Based in the seaside town of Saltcoats, The Ayrshire Community Trust forms part of the North Ayrshire TSI (Third Sector Interface) along with Arran Community and Voluntary Service. Our mission: To deliver programmes and projects that make a difference to people’s lives by encouraging, supporting, and promoting community action.
Find out more about the Team who work behind the scenes at The Ayrshire Community Trust
CHILDREN & FAMILIES MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING FUND📢 Applications are still open for the North Ayrshire Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Children & Families!💰 Total Fund Available: £22,500💷 Grants of up to: £5,000📅 Deadline: 8 December 2026The fund aims to support local projects that improve mental health and wellbeing for children and families across North Ayrshire.🤝 Projects could focus on:🔹 Improving mental health and wellbeing🔹 Reducing loneliness and social isolation🔹 Developing coping skills and self-care🔹 Prevention and early intervention🔹 Tackling poverty and financial exclusion🔹 Reducing barriers to school attendance🔹 Suicide prevention📌 Priority groups and full eligibility criteria can be found in the Fund Guidance.👉 Find out more and apply:🔗 www.arrancvs.org.uk/funding/📧 Enquiries: info@arrancvs.org.uk
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Grants are available up to £2,000, but if your proposed project will cost more than this, please get in touch as we may be able to help you find additional funding.1 CommentsComment on Facebook
🎨🏆 Creative Lives Awards 2026 – Open for Entries!Does your community group use creativity to bring people together? This is your chance to shine! 🌟The Creative Lives Awards 2026 celebrate the incredible achievements of grassroots creative groups across the UK and Ireland, recognising the positive impact they make in their communities.Whether it's art, music, crafts, drama or other creative activities, groups are encouraged to apply and showcase their work! 🎭🎶📅 Deadline: 31 December 2026👉 Find out more and apply:🔗 www.creative-lives.org/awards
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📢 FIRSTPORT FUNDING SURGERY 📢⏳ Grab one of the last 3 spaces while you can!Don't miss this opportunity to find out more about funding available to start or grow a social enterprise!💰 Funding opportunities include:🔹 Start It – Up to £5,000🔹 Community Enterprise Fund – Up to £5,000🔹 Build It – Up to £40,000📅 Friday 20 October💻 Online⏰ 30-minute appointments🚨 Only 3 appointments remaining – book now before they're gone!👉 Secure your place via the booking link belowwww.eventbrite.co.uk/e/firstport-funding-surgery-online-tuesday-20th-october-tickets-200211885238…
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🤝 COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS EVENT 🤝We are hosting a FREE community connections event bringing together local charities, organisations and services to help people find the support they need. 💙Come along for friendly, practical advice on:💷 Cutting fuel bills & managing debt🧠 Mental health & wellbeing💰 Grants and available support💼 Employment opportunities🙋 Volunteering opportunities🤝 Finding the right local services and support☕ It’s free to attend and open to everyone – with a warm welcome, soup, sandwiches and a cuppa while you chat with local organisations.📅 Wednesday 21st October⏰ 10.00am – 2.00pm📍 Volunteer Rooms, Irvine💡 No need to struggle to find the right support – come along, have a chat and find out what’s on in your community
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✨🎄 Ripple Effect (Saltcoats) are hosting a festive Christmas Market at Melbourne Park and are calling on local independent crafters, charities, music groups and food stall holders to get involved! 🎅🎁📍 Melbourne Park, Saltcoats📅 Sunday 13th December⏰ 3pm – 8pm🛍️ Stalls are just £20 per table, with proceeds going towards the restoration of Melbourne Park toilets.🎶 A fantastic opportunity to support local businesses, enjoy some festive cheer and bring the community together!📲 Interested in booking a stall?Text or WhatsApp 07526 357191 for further information.🎄 Shop local, support small and spread some Christmas cheer! ❤️
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💙 URQUHART OPTICIANS COMMUNITY FUND – UP TO £1,000 AVAILABLEUrquhart Opticians has opened the final round of its Care & Community Fund for 2026, supporting those making a positive difference in their local communities.💷 Up to £1,000 available🤝 Open to local groups, charities and individuals🌟 Supporting initiatives that make a positive community impact📅 Applications open throughout OctoberThe fund forms part of Urquhart Opticians’ ongoing commitment to giving back to the communities it serves.👉 Find out more and apply via the Care & Community Fund information:cdn.prod.website-files.com/6545003dab305b81a21ebad9/6978a2e9aec6e222e4864cf0_Care-Community-Fund-…
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