Uist Council of Voluntary Organisations has issued a heads-up about imminent funding for community adult mental health and wellbeing projects.
Applications to the round of the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults open on Monday, August 24.
UCVO are urging community groups and organisations to come forward with ideas that could support or improve the mental health and wellbeing of people in Uist.
The Third Sector Interface Western Isles delivers the Scottish Government funding for the islands which aims to support small to medium‑sized community groups, voluntary organisations and social enterprises who wish to provide eligible adult mental health and wellbeing projects.
The fund assists groups providing community‑based support and connections for people experiencing distress, disadvantage, isolation, or whose mental health has been negatively affected by the ongoing cost‑of‑living crisis.
A total of £200,000 has been allocated to the Western Isles for the two years 2025–2027.
Sixteen local organisations have already secured funding for the two years. However, some funding remains available for single‑year projects in 2026–27, and voluntary organisations are invited to apply by October 30 2026.
Third Sector Interface Western Isles has distributed over £500,000 to 50 groups across the previous five years of the fund. Supported projects have included arts, recreation, sporting memories, advocacy, counselling, drop‑in services providing warmth and food, music therapy, woodwork and gardening skills, exercise programmes, befriending, counselling and more.
Most awards have been under £5,000, ensuring funding reaches smaller groups delivering support within small communities.
For more information and how to apply, see the UCVO website or email
