Edinburgh based voluntary organisations and community groups are invited to apply to the Community Grants Fund (CGF) for grants of up to £5000 for projects that will benefit local communities.
The deadline for applications is midnight on Tuesday 30 September 2025. Please apply using our online application form: https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/cgfapply.
What is the Community Grants Fund?
The CGF is a small grants scheme provided by the City of Edinburgh Council as part of the Council’s ongoing commitment to empower citizens and support grassroots initiatives. Grants of up to £5,000 can be awarded to constituted groups for community-based activity. There are 13 local pots of money, each covering a different area of the city.
Funding is still available for the following neighbourhoods withhin our area*:
- Morningside
- South West
What do I need to know before I apply?
The CGF Applicant Guidance includes all the information you will need to apply, including what groups are eligible and what types of projects can be funded.Please use the online application form to apply. If you want to access the application form in a different format, please contact communitygrantsfund@edinburgh.gov.uk.
Attend an information session
Still have questions? You can contact us with any questions about your project or application by emailing us.
The Future of the CGF – Complete the Survey
We want to hear your thoughts and ideas to help to identify a potential future funding model that:
- Reduces barriers to the fund and improves participation
- Takes into consideration the current resources available
Please complete the survey to have your say and shape the future of the CGF.
Community Grants Fund – last opportunity to apply and have your say
