The Bank of Scotland Foundation has launched its new Empower grants programme for 2025, aimed at supporting registered charities that work with vulnerable groups. The programme offers three-year grants of £150,000 (£50,000 per annum), providing unrestricted funding to help charities cover essential costs and respond to challenges.
Eligible Charities Must:
- Support vulnerable groups
- Be a Scottish charity with an SC0 charity number
- Have at least 3 years of accounts lodged with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR)
- Have an income between £150,000 and £500,000
Key Dates:
- Applications open: Monday 3 February
- Application deadline: 12pm, Wednesday 12 February
- Outcome notification: May 2025
How to Apply
For more information and to apply, visit the Empower programme page.