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ILF Scotland provides funding support for disabled people in Scotland and Northern Ireland. We distribute public money from the Scottish Government and Department of Health in Northern Ireland.

Independent Living Fund

The Independent Living Fund is designed to support individuals who have complex disabilities to live independently. The fund re-opened to new applicants in Scotland in 2024 but is unfortunately still closed to applicants in Northern Ireland.

Advice for Award Managers
ILF Scotland Policies
Scotland Advisory Group
N. Ireland Stakeholder Group
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ILF Re-Opening

The Independent Living Fund has re-opened in Scotland. 
Re-Opening FAQs
Info for Local Authorities

Transition Fund

Are you a young disabled person aged 16-25, and living in Scotland? You could be eligible for up to £4,000 in funding, for one year, from the Transition Fund.
What is it?
Who can apply?
What can the money be used for?
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Try Something New
Our Transition Fund supports young disabled people in Scotland, aged 16 25, to #TrySomethingNew
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Complex disabilities
The Independent Living Fund is designed to support individuals who have complex disabilities to live independently.
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ILF Scotland is a public body, governed by a Board of Directors, appointed by and accountable to Scottish Ministers.
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Check out the latest news and events from ILF Scotland and partners. You’ll also find blogs, videos and case studies.
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Open book
Annual reports, board papers, policies and strategy documents can be viewed on this website.
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We’re here to help you. Call us, email or write to us. You’ll find all our contact details on this website.
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Case studies

We fund amazing people in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Read their inspiring stories on this website.
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