WCIT Charity Grant Program 2026

Deadline: Feb 06, 2026

other

1 year (duration)

partially funded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT) is currently accepting applications for its Charity Grant Program 2026. This program is designed to support impactful initiatives that enable disabled individuals to live the lives they choose, free from societal barriers.

📖 About WCIT Charity Grant Program

The Improving Access Fund is part of Scotland’s long-term Disability Equality Plan. It focuses on:

Enabling disabled people to live the lives they choose.
Supporting organisations delivering impactful, peer-led initiatives.

💰 Benefits of WCIT Charity Grant Program

Total Fund: £1.5 million
Funding for Incorporated Organisations: Up to £80,000
Funding for Unincorporated Groups: Up to £5,000
Funding Period: April 2026 – March 2027

✅ WCIT Charity Grant Program Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a third sector organisation, community group, or grassroots initiative based in Scotland.
Demonstrate governance structures and have a bank account in the organisation’s name.
Priority is given to Disabled People’s Organisations or initiatives with strong lived experience leadership.

📝 Application Date and Process

Follow these steps to apply:

Develop a proposal highlighting real community needs and measurable outcomes.
Emphasise lived experience in the project design and delivery.
Identify revenue costs for activities (note: capital expenditure is not eligible).
Submit your application before the deadline to secure funding for projects starting in March 2027.

📅 Application Deadline

06 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

View details of the program: WCIT Charity Grant Program Details
Apply here: WCIT Charity Grant Program Application

This is a fantastic opportunity for organisations committed to improving access and equality for disabled individuals in Scotland. Don't miss the chance to make a meaningful impact!

Benefits

Total Fund: £1.5 million
Incorporated organisations: up to £80,000
Unincorporated groups: up to £5,000
Funding Period: April 2026 – March 2027

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