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Projects must have a tangible link to the coast and/or the sea, for example:- Projects that help people develop skills related to coastal or seafaring pursuits, activities or enterprises, for example sailing, fishing or boatbuilding. - Projects that celebrate the heritage of coastal and seagoing communities of place and interest, for example, a coastal or fishing village or township, historic boatbuilding or relevant clubs or organisations. - Projects that improve access to coastal areas, for example paths and viewpoints.- Projects that improve the coastal environment, for example applications to establish and support community groups looking after their coastline. - Projects that improve community-controlled infrastructure such as harbours, boathouses and buildings. As sites are specifically included it is possible that applications will be received for projects taking place at coastal locations, outwith any settlement. Such applications may come from groups or organisations representing communities of interest as well as of place (for example wildlife or environmental, arts or wellbeing groups). Funding will be targeted towards activities or infrastructure which support the following priorities: - Supporting the development of active travel routes along, to and from the coastline - Developing the coastal economy, workforce and sustainable tourism- Creating or enhancing community, leisure and recreational facilities- Safeguarding, restoring or enhancing the coastal environment Projects must contribute to at least one of Aberdeenshire Council’s priorities: - A sustainable economy- Connected communities- Living well locally

Financial assistance to charitable organisations and community councils who aim to benefit the communities in the Burgh of Lockerbie, the Parish of Dryfesdale and Johnstone.

GreenPower agreed to put in place a community benefit fund that would be available to the communities surrounding the wind farm. GreenPower makes contributions to the fund twice yearly in April and October.The Carraig Gheal Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund Steering Group meets at least twice a year to decide which of the main grant applications will be funded.

Thistle Wind Partners are offering donations to local groups based in Kincardine & Mearns, Caithness and Orkney with a particular focus on the areas impacted by their onshore infrastructure. The fund will support community-led activities that support Environmental, Coastal and Recreation projects such as:- Volunteer beach cleans (gear, skips, Hi-Vis vests etc)- Path repairs- Nature conservation - Habitat restoration- Supporting improved access to and recreation in our coasts and countryside

Common Good Funds earn money each year from property rents and interest on investments and balances. These funds can be used for the benefit of the inhabitants of that town/area. Projects must have a community-wide benefit. You must clearly show how your proposal will benefit the people living in the relevant former burgh.Fife Council uses agreed criteria to assess applications:- the value of each Common Good Fund should be protected over time- grants will normally cover no more than 50% of a project’s total cost

The B&Q Community Re-Use Programme. donates surplus and display items go to those who need them the most, to help build a stronger community for all of us. They donate products to schools, charities and community groups to transform local spaces for the community. The most common items donated are: - Plastic plant pots and trays- Plants that are past their best and other compostable materials- Damaged or part filled cans of paint - White pallets- Broken tiles and slabs- Ends of wallpaper rolls- End of line stock

The principles of sustainability and responding to the climate emergency are at the centre of the Trust’s Funding Strategy. The main aim is to utilise contributions from Landfill Operators in order to maximise benefits for communities through environmental projects with a specific emphasis on:- Helping Fife communities rise to the challenge of climate change by supporting projects, which:cut or store greenhouse gas emissions; increase resilience to climate change impacts; and ensure that vulnerable people are not further disadvantaged by climate change and which provide opportunities for all.- Improving the quality of the natural environment within Fife by supporting projects which support biodiversity and a healthy natural environment, and in so doing, recognising that nature-based solutions have multiple benefits.- Improving quality of life for communities by safeguarding and supporting improvements to the built and natural environment, including local generation of sustainable heat and power.- Supporting community led urban and rural regeneration schemes that encompass social inclusion, and which foster community capacity building and involvement in local decision making.

The Maintenance Fund supports groups managing areas within the Galson Estate Trust area, whether that is grazings committees or cemetery committees carrying out minor maintenance works such as grass cutting, gate repairs, installing stiles or signage.Previously funded projects include Ness Cemetery grass cutting, gate replacement at Knockaird Quarry and installation of a gate on Cross Common Grazing. This is only available for works that are ineligible for funding from The Crofting Agricultural Grants (Scotland) Scheme (CAGS)

The Blackford Community Fund is a charitable fund to benefit residents of the Blackford Community Council area in Perth & Kinross local authority. The Fund has been created with a donation by Ochil Developments (the developer of the G West development near Blackford) to Blackford Community Council, and community benefit funds provided by EDF Power Solutions, owner of the Burnfoot Hill, Burnfoot North and Rhodders wind farms. The Fund is intended to be a lasting resource for the community of Blackford.The Fund's purpose is to support community groups and charities working in the Blackford Community Council area, providing grants for activities which:- Bring people together to build a sense of community- Celebrate and develop Blackford's musical and cultural heritage- Help older residents to stay connected- Improve the look and feel of the villageThe fund can support a wide variety of groups and projects. Applications that will benefit older residents of the community are particularly welcome.