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  • Scottish Government Learning Disability Support Fund

    Created: 29/01/2025
    News/Events Category: Funding and Finance


    The Scottish Government's Learning Disability Support Fund aims to sustain and support organisations working directly with people in Scotland with learning disabilities. Activities should build a more inclusive society, reduce inequality, and provide opportunities for fulfilling lives. 

    The third sector plays a critical role in improving the lives of people with learning disabilities. This funding is aimed at supporting organisations’ efforts to create a society where people with learning disabilities can lead fulfilling, independent, and active lives as equal citizens.

    People with learning disabilities have shared their priorities in recent consultation and research which has shaped the fund aims, which are:

    • A more inclusive society
    • Improved health outcomes for people with learning disabilities
    • People with learning disabilities have a social network and safe relationships

    Funding available

    The fund will run from October 2025 until March 2028 (30 months) and provide both core and project funding. The total funding available over this period is £1,625,000.

    The total minimum award per organisation will be £75,000 over the award period, and the total maximum award per organisation will be £250,000. 

    Who can apply?

    To apply for this funding, you must be a Scottish not-for-profit organisation.

    How to apply 

    Click here to find out more, check eligibility, and complete an expression of interest form. 

    The closing date for applications is 11.59am on Wednesday 26 February 2025.




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