MND Scotland
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mndscotland.org.ukAbout MND Scotland
MND Scotland, established in 1981 by police officer John Macleod following his MND diagnosis, is Scotland's leading charity dedicated exclusively to supporting people affected by motor neuron disease (MND), their families, and carers. Its mission is a world without MND while maximising every moment for those living with it, guided by values of approachability, authenticity, boldness, credibility, and collaboration. Distinctively, it combines direct service provision—financial wellbeing grants, respite holidays, home adaptations, counselling, equipment loans—with advocacy, campaigning, and research funding, embedding lived experience in all decisions and prioritising person-centred care.
What MND Scotland funds
The charity funds thematic priorities centred on MND causes, treatments, and care improvement, including pioneering clinical trials, biomedical research, translational science, assistive technology, and evidence-based support services. All funded work must demonstrate direct benefit to Scotland's MND community. Organisational funding targets patient-facing clinical, neurological, or social research via partnerships, with projects impacting Scotland exclusively. This includes a focus on improving the quality of life for those living with MND, as well as advancing scientific understanding of the disease.
Who can apply
Eligible entities are UK-registered charities, academic institutions, or NHS bodies based in the UK, with projects impacting Scotland exclusively. Beneficiaries are individuals with MND, carers, and families. No income thresholds apply, and there is no religious restriction. Unsolicited charity applications are not accepted; individual grants require engagement with the Support Team, while research applications are invited through open calls.
What MND Scotland doesn't fund
The charity does not fund non-MND topics, general core costs, or projects with non-Scottish impacts. It stands out as Scotland's sole MND specialist, focusing exclusively on MND-related causes, treatments, and care improvement.
How they like to fund
MND Scotland funds research through partnerships, using a structured process during open calls. Individual grants are provided on a rolling basis via the Support Team. The charity embeds lived experience in all decisions and prioritises person-centred care, reflecting a collaborative ethos with deep healthcare integration.
How much does MND Scotland give?
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How to apply to MND Scotland
MND Scotland does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does MND Scotland provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact MND Scotland directly for current funding levels.
Where does MND Scotland fund charities?
MND Scotland funds charities operating in the UK.
Does MND Scotland accept unsolicited applications?
MND Scotland does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from MND Scotland?
MND Scotland does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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