Scottish Government | Church Fundraising

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Scottish Government - currently paused

Funding in Scotland

Registered Charity Number: NA

Currently paused

This fund is currently paused. Please check back on the funders website for further information.

Description

Emergency fund name	Connecting Scotland Programme
Grant size	No set amount
Funder's interests	Digital support and equipment. For example, projects that offer internet connection, training and support, and laptops or tablets to vulnerable people who are not already online.
Activities supported	Voluntary sector organisations, charities and community organisations providing digital support or equipment
Themes	The 'shielding' group Vulnerable households with children, and households on low income Digitally excluded people and households
Exclusions and other info	NA
How to apply	Apply via the simple online form
Deadline	Ongoing

Contact information

digital@scvo.org.uk

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