Who Else Can Help
Every journey is different, but you don’t have to go it alone.
With the right support, community ownership can turn local ideas into lasting change. Across Scotland, a range of organisations provide funding, advice and practical support to communities exploring ownership, developing projects and delivering community benefit. Community Land Scotland can help connect you with the support that best fits your community’s ambitions.
Guiding You Through the Process
DTAS (Development Trusts Association Scotland)
DTAS supports community-led organisations across Scotland to create and manage community assets, develop sustainable enterprises and deliver local change. They offer expert advice, training, events and peer support.
Community Ownership Support Service (COSS)
Delivered by DTAS and funded by the Scottish Government, COSS provides specialist support to communities taking on land and buildings. Their advisers offer practical guidance on asset transfer, governance, business planning and community ownership.
Funding & Finance
Scottish Land Fund
The Scottish Land Fund helps communities acquire and manage land and assets that are important to them. It provides grants and development support for community-led ownership projects across Scotland.
tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/funding-programmes/scottish-land-fund
Democratic Finance Scotland
Democratic Finance Scotland helps communities raise and manage money through approaches such as community shares, community bonds and citizen investment. They support community organisations to develop financially sustainable projects with strong local ownership.
Project-Specific Support
South of Scotland Community Housing (SOSCH)
SOSCH supports communities to develop housing projects as part of wider community-led regeneration. They provide advice and practical support from early feasibility work through to project delivery.
Community Energy Scotland
Community Energy Scotland helps communities develop renewable energy, energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects. They provide technical expertise, project development support and advice on funding and finance.
Community Woodlands Association
The Community Woodlands Association supports communities interested in owning, managing or developing woodlands and forests. They offer training, guidance, networking and practical support on woodland acquisition and management.
Learning from Other Communities
Scottish Community Alliance
Scottish Community Alliance brings together networks from across Scotland’s community sector. It shares learning, promotes community empowerment and helps communities connect with wider movements and good practice.
scottishcommunityalliance.org.uk
Scottish Rural Action
Scottish Rural Action is a grassroots network that connects rural and island communities across Scotland. It provides opportunities for communities to share experiences, influence policy and learn from one another through events, networks and the Scottish Rural & Islands Parliament.
If you are an organisation offering support to communities and would like to be included in this list, please contact Meg.
Supporting Communities
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How can we help?
We support communities across Scotland to explore, achieve and strengthen community ownership. From answering questions and sharing resources to connecting you with funding, expertise and peer support, we’re here to help you take the next step.