Applications for East Lothian Council’s One Council Partnership Fund 2026/27 are now open! Deadline to apply: 30 September 2025
This fund supports community organisations working to reduce inequalities and make East Lothian a better place to live. For 2026/27, funding will focus on initiatives that:
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Tackle poverty and health inequalities
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Reduce social isolation for vulnerable groups
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Promote prevention and early intervention across all ages
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Expand youth work opportunities
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Respond to the Climate Emergency
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Encourage volunteering
To help you prepare a strong application, VCEL has developed an “OCPF 2026/27 Application Toolkit”– and we’re inviting you to join one of our interactive webinars where we’ll walk through the toolkit together.
Webinar Dates:
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Monday 15 September | 6:00–8:00pm
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Wednesday 17 September | 1:30–3:30pm
During the session, you’ll have the chance to:
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Explore the toolkit
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Draft ideas and responses
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Ask questions and get support
Reserve your spot by selecting the link for your preferred session:
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Monday 15 September | 6:00–8:00pm – Register here
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Wednesday 17 September | 1:30–3:30pm – Register here
We look forward to supporting your application and helping your organisation make a lasting impact in East Lothian!
