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The Fund will support projects which will support positive change and strategic impact to people living in the community council area of Contin, including Jamestown and Tarvie. In particular the Fund will support projects which will: - enhance quality of life for local residents- contribute to vibrant, healthy, successful and sustainable communities- promote community spirit and encourage community activityApplicants should consider the current community priorities which are:- access- history and heritage- improving outdoor spaces (woods and play park)- activities and social events for youth, families and other residents

The fund is a long-term fund for the Plains community and will be available for the operating life time of the Greengairs East wind farm which is expected to be about 30 years. The Fund will support charitable activities that contribute to at least one of the following:- Improved physical and/or mental health and wellbeing- Reduced isolation or loneliness within the community- Increased access to education, learning and employment- Improvements to the local environment- Reduced food or fuel povertyGrants may support a wide range of costs, such as equipment, staff or sessional workers, consultations, running costs, maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities.

The fund receives its payment from the Earlsburn and Kingsburn Wind Farms for the benefit of people in the Cambusbarron Community Council area. Applications should usually be linked to priorities and projects already identified in the Cambusbarron Community Action Plan. These include:- Schemes or activities which protect, conserve or improve the environment.- Schemes or activities which promote rural regeneration though increasing opportunities for local enterprise and vocational training.- The development and improvement of infrastructure including transport, broadband, community-owned property and access routes.- Proposals which seek to maintain, improve or expand community services and facilities, including health, welfare and education, particularly with regard to young people and the elderly.- The development and improvement of community facilities and activities, including the arts, heritage, culture and science.- The development and improvement of leisure/sport facilities and activities and tourism opportunities.- Activities which support capacity building for new and existing community organisations, in particular to help promote citizenship and community development.

The Greencoat Kildrummy, Lumsden & Towie Community Fund is a charitable Fund set up to benefit residents of these communities within the area covered by Donside Community Council. The Fund is owned by Greencoat UK Wind and managed by Foundation Scotland.The Fund will provide grants to support charitable activities that reflect the ambitions and activity of the Kildrummy, Lumsden and Towie Community Action Plan. The aim of the Action Plan is to encourage and enable the economic, social and environmental development to support sustainability and help the area to continue to develop.Grant requests are expected to support one or more of the themes of the Action Plan. These themes are: 1. Supporting Community Services & Facilities2. Enhancing Adult Learning, Employment & Training3. Developing Tourism4. Improving Access & Environment5. Supporting Children & Young People 6. Improving Community Communication7. Improving Local Transport8. HousingOROne or more of the themes of the Glenkindie & Towie Community Action Plan:1. Getting Around2. Getting Connected3. Activities & Facilities

Awards are available for charitable purposes which will benefit people living in the area served by Lochbroom Community Council.

Zero Waste Scotland is Scotland’s Circular Economy Body. Their strategic aim is to rewire Scotland’s economic system, increasing the uptake in business adopting or applying circular economy practices and, in turn, driving a reduction of our consumption of natural resources through increased circularity. Zero Waste Scotland can offer small amounts of grant finance as a means of supporting projects aligned to their goal of rewiring Scotland’s economic system and accelerating the transition to a circular economy in Scotland. Through ongoing work to stimulate, develop and support strategic opportunities, Circular Economy Accelerator Grants are available to enable earlier stage or developmental projects that require support to reach a point of commercial viability or investment readiness – including Research & Development (R&D) and trials/pilots. They will consider investing in projects that are able to demonstrate a strong strategic fit with their [Corporate Plan Objectives](https://www.zerowastescotland.org.uk/corporate-plan-2024-2030). Suitable projects must offer the potential to deliver at scale, be replicated across high impact sectors, industry and place and ultimately deliver benefits that can be measured beyond an individual organisation. Further details regarding the grant's [aim, objectives and criteria](https://www.zerowastescotland.org.uk/resources/circular-economy-accelerator-grant) are available on their website.

In recognition of the important role businesses have in delivering key services and supporting the sustainability of our communities, the LAG are piloting a grant scheme aimed specifically at small island businesses which, through their core business or a specific activity, will contribute to the LAG’s stated aims and priorities. The funding is predominantly for revenue expenditure, although a small capital element is available. Applications must support the LAG’s mission of responding directly to local needs, delivering action and taking cognisance of local culture. Your business’s core purpose or the specific project that funding is being requested for must also align closely with at least one of the LAG’s current funding priorities, which are:- Community Wealth Building (including addressing the causes and impacts of poverty);- Dùthchas and Dualchas with a focus on identifying new approaches that can lead to economic benefits;- Mitigating Climate Change and working towards Net Zero;- Connectivity and efficient & sustainable Transport; and- Supporting Children and Young People.Applicants are strongly encouraged to also demonstrate:- community support and/or that they address an identified community need, e.g. through alignment with community plans;- a collaborative and inclusive approach, e.g. through inter-island or cross-community working;- that CLLD funds will have an immediate, demonstrable impact, supporting their business plan and sustainable development; and- that there will be a direct benefit to young people (up to and including the age of 30).

The Morrisons Foundation has donated to registered charities since 2015, making a difference to millions of people across England, Scotland and Wales. The Foundation aims to make a positive difference to people's lives with special consideration for vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.**Connecting Communities Grant Funding**The Connecting Communities grants offer funding to charities who provide place-based services to an entire community or specific groups. Funding is available to support capital projects that:- Breathe new life into local spaces: upgrade and revitalise buildings and outdoor areas.- Bring people together: reduce social isolation and foster a strong sense of belonging.- Secure the future: ensure vital local services remain open and accessible for generations to come.**Match Funding**The Morrisons Foundation matches funds raised by Morrisons colleagues for registered charities. Colleagues must complete their fundraising and pay the funds raised to the charity before applying.

SSE Renewables created the Sustainable Development Fund as part of its voluntary community benefit arrangements from its onshore renewable energy developments in Highland including the Stronelairg, Blaraidh, Strathy North and Dunmaglass wind farms.Successful projects will have the potential to deliver transformational social, economic and environmental changes in the local area, help the region prepare for a net zero future, and support long-term community development.The priority areas are:- Creating opportunities: increase opportunities for education and employment- Empowering communities: build resilience and protect vulnerable residents- Building sustainable places: stimulate meaningful community regeneration