Grants in South Ayrshire: what is open now
As of 29 October 2026, GrantMatch lists 5 live grants for organisations in South Ayrshire. 2 close in the next 30 days, the first on 4 November 2026, 3 are open all year and 0 were added this week.
Last checked 28 October 2026.
Every grant on this page is for the South Ayrshire area, as named by the funder. Some also cover neighbouring areas. Funders with open grants here include Foundation Scotland and Foundation Scotland (Caledonian MacBrayne). Grants open across Scotland are on the Scotland page.
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CalMac Community Fund 2026
Foundation Scotland (Caledonian MacBrayne)
The CalMac Community Fund offers grants of £1,000 to £10,000 to local groups in the island and port communities served by Caledonian MacBrayne ferries on Scotland's west coast. The fund aims to help people connect with services and each other, especially those most in need. Each grant covers one year only. Your project should fit one of three priorities. The first is improving health, wellbeing and quality of life. This could include accessible sport, outdoor activities, creative programmes and chances to socialise. The second is tackling poverty and financial hardship. This covers affordable food, essential household items, and advice on income, debt and budgeting. The third is building stronger, connected communities by reducing loneliness and helping underrepresented people take part in community life. Meeting more than one priority will not strengthen your application. The fund suits smaller organisations with an income of £250,000 or less. Your project must support people facing disadvantage or barriers to opportunity. It must also show evidence of local need, give direct benefit to the people it serves, and avoid duplicating what already exists locally. Applications close at midnight on Monday 16 November 2026. Decisions will be shared by early April 2027. Panels of CalMac employees make the final decisions. There is £175,000 to share, and up to around 30 awards are expected. Demand is high. Application levels are reviewed weekly, and the fund may close before the deadline if requests far exceed the money available. You must also be based in one of the listed islands or port towns. Delivering services there is not enough. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/calmac-community-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
Carrick Futures
Foundation Scotland
Carrick Futures is a community fund for South Carrick in South Ayrshire. It is run by a voluntary board of trustees, and Foundation Scotland handles applications and payments. The money comes from ScottishPower Renewables community benefit funds linked to the Arecleoch and Mark Hill windfarms. The fund backs charitable activity that supports the rural regeneration and sustainability of Ballantrae, Colmonell & Lendalfoot, Barr, Barrhill, Dailly, Pinmore & Pinwherry, and Girvan & District. Its priorities include better access to public services, tackling inequality, health and wellbeing, support for children and young people, community-led assets, and climate-smart approaches. Small grants run from £500 to £5,000. Standard grants run from £5,001 to £50,000. Large grants are over £50,000 and start with an initial enquiry form, after which the board decides whether to invite a full application. Awards can be multi-year, normally up to 3 years. The next application deadline is 4 November 2026, with outcomes expected in late January 2027. Groups and organisations that benefit people in the eligible communities can apply. You do not need to be a registered charity. One thing to plan for: the amount available for new awards varies, because it depends on existing funding commitments. Board decisions are final. A project that is turned down cannot be reconsidered for at least one year. For awards of up to £1,000, you can also ask your local Community Council about its micro grant scheme. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/carrick-futures. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Funders with open grants in South Ayrshire
- Foundation Scotland (4 open)
- Foundation Scotland (Caledonian MacBrayne) (1 open)
By grant size
| Largest award | Open grants |
|---|---|
| Up to £10,000 | 2 |
| £10,001 to £100,000 | 2 |
| Over £100,000 | 0 |
| Amount varies or not stated | 1 |
All open grants in South Ayrshire (5)
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Hadyard Hill Community Fund (Pinwherry & Pinmore)
Foundation Scotland
The Hadyard Hill Community Fund supports charitable projects in Pinwherry and Pinmore, South Ayrshire. It is funded by SSE community benefit money from the Hadyard Hill wind farm. Foundation Scotland runs it with a local advisory panel. Standard grants range from £500 to £10,000. Large grants run from over £10,000 up to £25,000. Around £50,000 in total is available each year, although amounts vary from round to round. Awards can cover equipment, running costs for local groups, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations, and the maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Projects should support the rural regeneration and sustainability of the area. You do not need to be a registered charity to apply. The panel may give priority to projects that build community leadership, help communities take ownership of assets, bring in match funding, use local suppliers, care for the environment, show local consultation and work in partnership. Groups can apply for more than one grant a year. A separate small grant scheme for awards up to £500 is run by Pinwherry and Pinmore Community Council. Decisions on those are made on a rolling basis. One practical point: the application dates listed on the page are all from 2022, so no current closing date is shown. Pre-application enquiries are welcome, so it is worth talking to the Community Funds Adviser before you start. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/hadyard-hill-pinwherry-pinmore. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Pinwherry and Pinmore Community Fund
Foundation Scotland
The Pinwherry and Pinmore Community Fund gives grants to projects located within, or directly benefiting, the community of Pinwherry and Pinmore in South Ayrshire. Foundation Scotland runs the fund. The money comes from SSE community benefit funding from Hadyard Hill wind farm and from Nadara's Assel Valley wind farm. Awards can cover a wide range of costs. These include equipment, running costs for local groups, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. You do not need to be a registered charity to apply, but your group or organisation must meet Foundation Scotland's standard eligibility criteria. There are three levels of grant. Small grants are £500 to £5,000. Standard grants are £5,001 to £10,000. Large grants are over £10,000 and up to £25,000, and grants of over £25,000 may be considered. Large grants use a two-stage process, starting with a grant enquiry form. Grants can run over more than one year, usually for no more than three years. Eligible groups may apply for more than one grant a year. The fund is open all year on a rolling basis, so you can apply at any time. A local panel of residents makes recommendations on awards and meets four times a year. Decisions usually take six to eight weeks. One practical point: you must apply at least four weeks before your project is due to start. For awards up to £500, Pinwherry and Pinmore Community Council runs a separate small grant scheme, so contact the Community Council directly about smaller amounts. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/pinwherry-and-pinmore-community-fund. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/pinwherry-and-pinmore-community-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
Carrick Futures - Health in Pregnancy
Foundation Scotland
Carrick Futures Health in Pregnancy is a grant of £250 for people in their third trimester of pregnancy who live in parts of South Carrick, South Ayrshire. It is a pilot run by the Carrick Futures fund and administered by Foundation Scotland. The money is there to support your health and wellbeing as you get ready for your baby, or babies, to arrive. You decide how to use it. Examples include equipment, clothes or nappies for the baby, an antenatal class, pregnancy vitamins or healthy food. The grant is open to women living in the community council areas of Ballantrae, Colmonell & Lendalfoot, Barr, Barrhill, Dailly, Pinmore & Pinwherry, and Girvan & District. Every successful applicant receives the same fixed amount of £250. There is no deadline. You can apply at any time using an online form. You will need to upload both sides of your MAT B1 form, a recent bank statement so the grant can be paid to you, and proof of your address. Applications are decided on whether they meet the eligibility criteria. Carrick Futures is funded by ScottishPower Renewables community benefit funds from the Arecleoch and Mark Hill windfarms. Following a review, its trustees chose to focus on children, young people and families, with the aim of tackling inequalities in the area. One thing to know before you apply: this is a pilot. In the months after your award, Foundation Scotland will contact you to ask how the money helped and what you spent it on. Your answers help decide whether the pilot continues. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/carrick-futures-health-in-pregnancy. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
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What grants are open in South Ayrshire right now?
Today GrantMatch lists 5 live grants limited to South Ayrshire or places within it. 2 close in the next 30 days and 3 have no fixed deadline.
Who funds grants in South Ayrshire?
Today the funders with the most open grants here are Foundation Scotland and Foundation Scotland (Caledonian MacBrayne). Each grant page links to the funder's own guidance.
Are UK-wide grants included?
No. This page only lists grants that name South Ayrshire or a place inside it, so it is not padded with national funds. Organisations here can also apply for grants open across Scotland and the whole UK, which are on our Scotland and UK-wide pages.
How do you check these grants?
We collect grants from official funder pages, GOV.UK, councils and community foundations, and remove them when they close. Each grant page links to its source and shows when we last checked it. Always confirm the details with the funder before you apply.