Scottish Connections Fund: guidance
Guidance on funding to set up a project to promote Scotland’s worldwide reputation.
Overview
This fund is currently paused for the 2026 to 2027 financial year.
The Scottish Connections Fund offers funding to set up new projects to promote Scotland’s reputation and interests. It is open to individuals and organisations who consider themselves to have a Scottish connection.
The fund is paused for the 2026 to 2027 financial year while the Scottish Government undertakes a comprehensive evaluation of the wider Scottish Connections programme. During this time, applications for the fund will not be accepted.
Further information about the evaluation and future funding arrangements will be published in due course.
Contact
Email: diaspora@gov.scot