Our Community Grant Scheme is now open for applications and will close on Sunday the 26th of April. What to know before you apply Image Open to local groups and organisations, the scheme supports projects that create positive social impact. The Edinburgh Medical School is marking its 300th birthday so we are encouraging applications for projects that address health and wellbeing. We will, however, still consider all applications that fall within the scheme's aims. £5,000 is the most you can apply for. We also welcome applications for less.Your project needs to be in Edinburgh, Fife, the Lothians or the Borders.One grant per project. We do not fund projects that have already been completed.Aim to start your project around four months after the deadline.The aims of the Community Grants Scheme are to: Have a positive social impact for people living in the City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, West Lothian, Scottish Borders and/or Fife by contributing to one or more of these United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 1 No Poverty; 3 Good Health and Wellbeing; 4 Quality Education; 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth; 10 Reduced Inequalities; 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.Develop positive relationships between the University and your community organisation.Please read our Frequently Asked Questions to check your project's eligibility and other helpful information.Frequently Asked Questions Apply Information Sessions We hold in person and online information sessions when our Community Grant scheme is open. A video recording of our recent online information session can be found below. In the video, Aidan and Sarah, from the University's Community Team, provide an overview of the scheme and answer questions from attendees. Community Grant Information Sessions Recording 26th March 2026 AccessibilityIf you need application materials in another format, please email local@ed.ac.uk or call 0131 651 5000. You can also ask a friend or family member to do this for you.We can send you a printed copy of the form by post on request.If you need any help completing the form, we are happy to help. We can talk with you online, over the phone or in person.Sign up for our newsletterBe the first to hear about Community Grants Scheme updates.Sign up for our e-newsletterAll-year funding for smaller projectsOur micro-grant scheme is open all year round for funding applications of up to £500.Apply for a micro-grant This article was published on 2026-03-23
