Are you seeking expert guidance and support to strengthen your bids, grants, or foundation applications? Whether you’re a small grassroots organisation or an established charity, navigating the world of funding applications can often feel overwhelming— especially when you’re juggling limited resources, tight deadlines, and the ongoing demands of delivering frontline services.

At Growth Solutions Scotland, we understand these challenges and are here to help you succeed. With years of hands-on experience in the third sector, we specialise in developing sustainable, person-centred service models that align with funder priorities while staying true to your mission. Our team has supported countless charities and social enterprises in securing vital funding to expand their reach, pilot new initiatives, and future-proof their work. We go beyond simply writing applications—we partner with you to understand the unique needs of your community, co-designing proposals that are innovative, impactful, and grounded in lived experience.

Our approach ensures your organisation doesn’t just meet the criteria—it stands out. We know what funders are looking for and how to craft a compelling narrative that communicates the real difference your work makes. Whether you’re applying for a multi-year grant, responding to a foundation’s call for proposals, or developing a case for support, we provide clear, practical, and strategic input every step of the way.

Growth Solutions Scotland has extensive experience supporting funding applications across a range of service areas, including:

  • Learning disability and autism-specific services

  • Employability and skills development

  • Supported employment initiatives

  • Housing and homelessness prevention

  • Drug and alcohol recovery programmes

We’re proud to amplify the voices of those with lived experience—creating services not just for people, but with them.

What our clients think

Five Stars
John is efficient and professional providing the support equivalent to an internal business development team from strategic to operational development levels. Being a small business, John has been able to assist our growth through completing and submitting tenders and engaging with stakeholders at all levels as well as networking..

Kirsteen Briggs - Director of Next Generation Training

John was quick, efficient, and consulted back with me throughout the process of writing the tender. It was submitted ahead of time, and I am delighted to say that we won the tender and will be formally announcing this exciting project in due course. I would have no hesitation in recommending Growth Solutions Scotland.

Norma Curran - CEO of Values Into Action Scotland