Case studies
From grassroots community groups to established charities and social enterprises, we've helped organisations across Scotland and beyond strengthen their foundations and achieve lasting impact.
Explore a selection of our projects to hear how we worked together and what we achieved.
Use the filters below to navigate our projects or use the interactive map to view project by location.
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Y Plu
Business modelling for a community and heritage pub
Ray's Opportunities
Funding guidance and support for the development of 'Ray's Restrooms', an accessible public Changing Spaces toilet
Birnam Arts
Crisis Recovery support for Birnam Arts
Arisaig Community Trust
Crisis Recovery support for Arisaig Community Trust
Adelphe
Strategic, governance and business planning support to improve long-term financial sustainability
Transition Edinburgh South
Business planning for the redevelopment of Gracemount Stables
Sandwick Community Hub
Guidance and support through the process of becoming a SCIO
Ty'n Llan
Business modelling for a community and heritage pub
Glenuig Community Inn
Business plan, engagement and funding guidance for the asset transfer and development of Glenuig Inn
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Clackmannan Development Trust
Business planning for the community ownership and development of Clackmannan Town Hall
Forget Me Not Choir
Developing a comprehensive 3-year business plan to support Forget Me Not Choir to move beyond its voluntary model
Cumbernauld Poverty Action
Business plan for Cumbernauld Poverty Action to strengthen their governance and strategy, with compliance to the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers framework
Finzean Bucket Mill CIC
Strategic business and financial planning to support the restoration of an A-listed water-powered bucket mill
Afristyle Dance Club
Development plan and review of existing governance to meet organisation’s ambitions and demand for services
Friends of Campsie High Kirk
Establishment of a charity and the creation of a business plan to support community ownership of Campsie High Kirk
Berwickshire Marine Reserve
Development of a three year strategy, laying out the direction of travel and the priorities for the organisation
Braid Health and Wellbeing
Exploration of ideas and development of an action plan to help improve Braid's long-term sustainability
Big Kids Little Learners
Three year strategic plan to transition from a sole trader structure to a social enterprise
Carrick History Society
Support with marketing and building a new website and generating ideas for new income streams and expansion of services
Dalmeny Kirk
5-year action plan to build on existing activities, extend services to the local community and generate increased income
Davidson Legacy Cottage
Identifying funding opportunities to purchase an important part of local social heritage and developing a strategy for broader engagement and sustainable income generation
Early Years Scotland
Support to diversify income streams, explore a social enterprise model and reduce dependency on grant funding
Glenkens Community & Arts Trust
Generating ideas for expansion of current trading activities and considering additional possibilities which fit with the organisation’s resources
Held in Our Hearts
Impact report, understanding the difference made by the work of the charity and highlighting gaps or unmet needs
Hollandbush Golf Club
Navigation of the community asset transfer process and support creating a business plan to save a community golf course from closure
Hope for Autism
Development of a training model to support long term sustainability for a charity dedicated to supporting autistic people and their families
Lanark Men's Shed
Support with a business plan, member survey and new website
Laxdale Community Association (LCA)
Business plan, funding advice and support to save and renovate Laxdale Community Hall
Newtongrange Development Trust
Action plan for the asset transfer of the local bowling green and pavilion for community development and creation of a business case exploring the opportunities available
Paws on Plastic
Two phases of support, one to create a 3-year action plan and a second to review marketing and communications for charity Paws on Plastic
Alva Development Trust
Digital marketing audit and funding strategy for Alva Development Trust
Anstruther Improvements Association
Delivery of a full strategic review
Sanday Business Forum
SWOT analysis and strategy review for a collaboration of local businesses hoping to support economic growth and employment opportunities in an island community
West Midlands Heritage
Strategic review, business planning and branding support to support The Three Trusts in becoming West Midlands Heritage Trust
Arbroath Courthouse Trust
Digital marketing audit and recommendations for the development of social media, website and online tools
Auchtertool Community Trust
Feasibility study and business plan to support community ownership
Bigton Kirk
Business plan and costed drawings to support an asset transfer of Bigton Kirk
BRAG Enterprises
Developing a marketing strategy for a new community hub in Leven in Fife
Coalburn Community Action Plan
Community Action Plan for Coalburn
Blackwood Estate Woodland
Conducting a feasibility study for community ownership of Loch Wood, South Lanarkshire
Consortia of East Ayrshire Third Sector Organisations
Indepth research relevant to Scotland’s communities and our key partners on the impact of COVID-19
Cree Valley Area Development Trust
Community consultation, feasibility study and options appraisal for a potential asset transfer
Cambusbarron Village Nursery CIC
Supporting an organisation in transitioning into a CIC and its options for future sustainability
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Dornie and District Community Trust
Developing a feasibility study and business plan to support the purchase of a community shop
Cambusbarron Community Council
Detailed community-based research to produce a Community Action Plan
Carers of West Lothian
Providing a social impact evaluation and needs assessment to mark an organisation’s 30th anniversary
Citizens Advice Scotland
Tender support for Citizens Advice Scotland
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Impact Funding Partners: Building sustainability beyond grants
Training workshop for charities and community organisations on building long-term sustainability beyond grant funding
Inverkeithing Town House: Building the skills to manage a community asset
Bespoke training delivered on how to manage a community asset for Inverkeithing Town House
The Heritage Network training
Online training sessions covering business planning, risk management and procurement for Heritage Network members
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North West Edinburgh CLIP Consortia
Procrurement support and business planning support for a new Edinburgh consortia of social enterprises
Galloway Food Hub
Helping a community food enterprise increase visibility, connect with customers and grow online sales
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Grassmarket Community Project
Helping a growing community organisation strengthen its digital systems
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Woodland Wakeup
Helping an outdoor learning organisation strengthen its digital presence
Creative Glasgow
Brand identity, bespoke typography and digital design for Creative Glasgow
The Promise Scotland: Plan 24-30
Brand identity, illustration and digital design for Plan 24-30, the second phase of Scotland’s commitment to keep The Promise
Planning Aid Scotland
A modern brand identity designed for Planning Aid Scotland
Community-led Asset Development Research
Research which aimed to explore innovative solutions to the development of a local asset.
Glow Impact CIC
Delivered a digital marketing audit reviewed the organisation's website and social media – and provided guidance on fundraising strategy.
GRACE Evaluation
Reviewed existing monitoring and evaluation procedures and undertook a socio-economic impact assessment.
Kilmaronock and Gartocharn Community Council
Worked with the local community to deliver a Local Place Plan.
National Social Prescribing Group
Detailed research and business planning into the roll out of social prescribing across Scotland and the north of Ireland.
Royal British Veterans Enterprise
Production of an evaluation report charting a vision for the organisation’s future activity.
St Oswald's Centre
Developing a business and strategic plan for the longer term sustainability of St Oswald’s Centre in Bruntsfield, Edinburgh.
Strathaven and Glassford Community Council
Support in producing a Local Place Plan and a Community Action Plan.
The Cabrach Trust
Development and delivery of a Local Place Plan.
The Tower Digital Arts Centre
Delivery of a business plan alongside a public awareness and fundraising campaign.
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