Created by the team behind The Scotto, What a Lotto and Scottish Children’s Lottery, the fund was launched to give grassroots organisations a little extra backing so they can make an even bigger difference.
Our charity partnerships are just the tip of the iceberg; the scope of organisations we support across the country is enormous, from providing under-privileged children and families with school uniforms to championing diversity within local communities, and so much more.
We’re always trying to find ways to support organisations at all levels to get a little bit extra out of the extraordinary work that they do. Which is why The Scotto and What a Lotto, in partnership with the Scottish Children’s Lottery, launched The Bright Futures Fund. Created with one goal in mind: helping charities operating on a smaller scale make a big impact.
£200,000 has been distributed to hundreds of charities that have benefitted from the fund since its launch in 2024, which offers grants of up to £1,000 per charity to support a wide range of essential activities, including:
It’s a powerful reminder that the right support, given at the right time, can make a lasting difference in communities across the country.
The drop-in gives me a safe space to socialise and even if I’m not in the right mental space,
you get the help you need and there’s no judgement”
Thanks to the fund, charities like Cash for Kids have been able to deliver vital aid to children affected by poverty across Glasgow and the West over the winter months: providing essentials such as clothing, food and toiletries.
Dr Bell’s Family Centre in Leith provided the delivery of a young mums and mums-to-be support group. A dedicated space where young mothers suffering from social isolation, stress and financial pressure can receive support that enhances their confidence as a parent during pregnancy and early years.
Urban Uprising gave more young people disadvantaged by barriers to participation, like poverty, anxiety, and ethnicity, the opportunity to take part in outdoor climbing activities. Strengthening their confidence and resilience.
West Lothian Youth Foundation can now offer a range of structured football-based community sessions, as well as invest in new equipment.
These are just a few examples of the fantastic causes we have helped bring to life so far. The Bright Futures Fund is showing just how far £1000 can go.
We’re proud to partner with the Scottish Children’s Lottery and continue helping charities flourish at all levels across the country.
Our players have raised over half a million pounds so far for some amazing charities. Find out more below.
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