#CreativeCommunitiesScotland fund is operational, supporting 11 charities to bring creative & cultural activities into their place. This resonates strongly with something we heard Salman Rushdie express: “Creativity is the key to optimism”. See More ▶️ gov.scot/news/connecting-com…
🎭🎶 From music & storytelling to dance, theatre & art - grants of up to £35,000 for community-led cultural projects Jan–Dec 2026. Inspiring Scotland will offer tailored support throughout. Deadline for applications fast approaching, noon, Thurs 18 Sept: inspiringscotland.org.uk/fun…
🚨 Reminder the #CreativeCommunitiesScotland fund is open for applications. If you are thinking about applying, join us for our webinar this Thursday (21st Aug) 12-1pm. Learn more & apply: inspiringscotland.org.uk/fun…📩 Questions? Email us at creative@inspiringscotland.org.uk
💬 Interested in applying for the Creative Communities Scotland fund? We know applying for funding can feel daunting — that’s why we’re here to help! Join our webinar on Thurs 21 Aug or book a 1:1 session for tailored support: inspiringscotland.org.uk/fun…
🌟 So encouraged by the response to the #CreativeCommunitiesScotland Fund so far. There’s a powerful appetite for community-led creativity across the country. If your org supports wellbeing through arts and culture — we’d love to hear from you. See: inspiringscotland.org.uk/fun…
📣Calling community organisations: funding now available for local culture projects.
The Creative Communities Scotland fund has allocation of £320,000, open for applications from organisations that deliver community-led cultural activity across the country. Details below.
New £320,000 fund opens for community-led arts in Scotland 🎭
Creative Communities Scotland aims to support and empower communities to develop cultural activities that benefit individual and collective wellbeing.
Find out more: inspiringscotland.org.uk/fun…
ALT Graphic with an image of a woman pointing at a tapestry she contributed to making as part of Creative Communities funding, and text announcing a new programme, Creative Communities Scotland, is now accepting applications. Supporting grassroots organisations using creativity to boost wellbeing across Scotland. Up to £35,000 for projects to be delivered between January - December 2026. Projects will involve hands-on, participatory creative activity in any art form. Deadline for applications: 18th September 2025.
Applications are now open for the Creative Communities Scotland fund which helps organisations get people involved in the arts.
We previously funded @PAMIS_Scotland who support young people with complex disabilities to tell their stories.
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📅 Need help applying? Join our webinar on Thurs 21 Aug or book a drop-in session.
Learn more & apply: inspiringscotland.org.uk/fun…
📩 Questions? Email us at creative@inspiringscotland.org.uk
🚨 Help us spread the word! 🚨 Let’s reach communities facing barriers to cultural engagement & wellbeing 🎭🎨🎶
🔁 Please RT to help grassroots orgs access up to £35k in funding through the Creative Communities Scotland Fund!
#CreativeCommunitiesScotland
We’re thrilled to announce the 2025 Govanhill International Festival & Carnival programme is live! Join us for an anti-racist celebration of creativity, solidarity & community.
govanhillbaths.com/festival
Celebrate its 9th year, louder, prouder and more rooted in our neighbourhood.
ALT The image is an announcement for the "Bright Start Breakfasts Fund." It includes the following text: "New Fund Alert! Schools, charities, and community groups in Scotland can apply. The Fund aims to increase access to breakfast clubs across Scotland for primary school children and their families. Open for applications: Wednesday 14th May." There are logos at the bottom for the Scottish Government and Inspiring Scotland. On the right side, there is a graphic of a sun with rays, a bowl of cereal, and an apple with the text "Bright Start Breakfasts Fund" inside the sun.
📢Opening soon📢
A new phase of CashBack for Communities has been announced. Applications will open on 12 June 2025.
Find all up-to-date information on our website:
cashbackforcommunities.org/f…
📢 New report out now!
Catalysts for Change explores what drives people to volunteer in Scotland
💡 Insights on volunteer motivations, barriers & how to recruit and retain volunteers.
🔗 Read more: inspiringscotland.org.uk/new…
ALT new research report published: Catalysts for Change: Understanding the motivations of volunteers in Scotland
We’re looking for passionate, community-minded people to join our Board of Trustees and help shape the future of Govanhill Baths.
Join our info session next Tuesday, 6-8pm at The Deep End!
govanhillbaths.com/get-invol…
Submitting an event for the GIFC 2025 that fosters community engagement, celebrates cultural diversity and promotes anti-racism?
Then check out our Creative Neighbourhood Grant to help with the delivery or planning.
Deadline: Sunday 6 April at 12pm
govanhillbaths.com/gifc-cng/
Bringing people together sharing incredible performances admiring stunning artworks lots of lively discussion = 🙌
We had a great day with the #CreativeCommunitiesGlasgow charities at @TheBoardwalkGla!
More in the latest @InspiringSland blog 👇
From Govan to the city centre, communities all over Glasgow have benefitted from the opportunity to explore their creativity🧑🎨🎭
We recently hosted an event to showcase the incredible talent fostered through Creative Communities Glasgow.
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ALT Group of people in front of a display of artwork, one of them is holding a Craft Cafe newsletter, theyre looking into the camera.
ALT Three people on stage performing a scene, with others watching them, one of the women on stage is holding a book above her head as if a hat to shelter herself
ALT Embroidered tapestry of scenes of Sunny Govan, people enjoying everyday life, animals, landmarks
ALT Three people sat at a table talking to each other, with Creative Placemaking banner behind them. There are others sitting at different tables around the room, participating in the workshop