DTAS Member Benefits

Access an extensive range of benefits tailored to support you at every stage of your Development Trust journey when you become a member of the Development Trusts Association Scotland.

From peer learning opportunities to funding programs to discounts on services, DTA Scotland members can connect with a community of practice, increase organisational resilience, and gain knowledge to transform places and lives.

Review the membership benefits visual below to learn more, then contact your regional Development Officer to take advantage of benefits applicable at your membership level. Our dedicated staff work directly with members to provide guidance, share resources, connect you to partners, and more based on your unique needs and growth goals.

We continuously add new member offerings and can't wait for you to experience the full value of being part of Scotland's inspiring development trust network!

Networking & Events

Connect and collaborate through an annual conference, regional events, Community Learning Exchange, and regular peer-to-peer check-in sessions to build relationships and share knowledge.

Training & Resources

Build organisational capacity through strategic review sessions, trustees and company director training, Continuing Professional Development sessions, and access to a wide range of DTAS publications and toolkits covering best practices

Representation & Influencing

Leverage DTAS's role as the voice for development trusts to influence policy, and participate in government consultations, and pilot programs. Amplify your voice at the highest levels.

Advice & Support

Get tailored guidance from dedicated development officers and access expert professional advice on legal matters, to inform and advance your work.

Our Partner DTA Scotland Services

The Community Ownership Support Service (COSS) is funded by the Scottish Government to support community based groups in Scotland take a stake in or ownership of previously publicly owned land or buildings.

www.dtascommunityownership.org.uk

Democratic Finance Scotland supports communities to raise money locally to take ownership of important community assets and run democratic community-led businesses.