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Civic Grant Fund 2025

Glasgow Boxing Academy

Once again, the GRID Civic Grant Fund is open for applications following last year's successful launch - so please apply if you think you are eligible by following the instructions below. 

The support is being provided by the University of Glasgow as the anchor academic institution for the Innovation District, which is a partnership between the University, Glasgow City Council and Scottish Enterprise.

Community groups, charities and projects working within Glasgow Riverside Innovation District (GRID) can apply for grants of up to £5,000. The larger fund will remain open for six weeks from 14 May, closing 25 June 2025. The Civic Micro Grant Fund awarding up to £850 to projects will remain open throughout the year. 

Examples of projects eligible for funding may cover: Equality, Diversity & Inclusion focused initiatives; Health, Wellbeing and Fitness / Sport; Sustainability and climate change; Food poverty; Arts, heritage, and culture; Education, and outreach; Finance / debt advice; Any group set up to represent underrepresented groups in society or special interest groups; or Community spaces.

The Funds were set up by the University to support communities in its surrounding areas, and are intended to help local groups make an enduring positive impact for those living, working and learning within GRID, which is comprised of G3, G11, G12, and G51 postcodes.

Steps to follow:

  • Please make sure to read the Guidance Note about your eligibility for support through the Civic Grant Fund and the process of applying for funds
  • Familiarise yourself with the Terms & Conditions in the grant award letters for whichever fund you are applying for. See here for the GRID Civic Grant Fund Award Letter and the GRID Civic Micro Grant Fund Award Letter.
  • Refer to our FAQs which we hope will help with any queries you have with the application process and answer questions about eligibility.
  • When you have read through the Guidance Note and Terms & Conditions, click on the boxes below to access Application Forms for the larger Civic Grant Fund or the Civic Micro Grant Fund.
  • All successful applicants will be required to complete a short End of Project Report Form  at the end of their projects. 

We have tried to make the application process straightforward, but if you need help a member of the Civic Grant Fund team will be on hand to answer any questions. Email glasgow-riverside-innovation-district@glasgow.ac.uk

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GRID Civic Grant Fund

Apply for grants up to £5000 for help with projects that address a range of issues from equality and diversity to food poverty and education. Deadline 25 June 2025.

Apply here now
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GRID Civic Micro Grant Fund

Apply for small grants up the value of £850 to supplement a project or work your organisation undertakes within GRID. Applications to this fund are open throughout the year.

Apply here now
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Previously funded projects

From food poverty to social support networks, GRID Civic Grant funds have been used to help groups and organisations make a difference in their communities..

Who we have supported
Glasgow Boxing Academy

Case study: Glasgow Boxing Academy

Glasgow Boxing Academy is a volunteer-run boxing club in Govan, working with people of all ages and with the aim of increasing participation in sport while encouraging a healthy lifestyle and creating a positive environment in the area.

Awarded £1,800