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BIG
Lottery Funding
Community
Spaces Scotland
As
part of Investing in Communities, Community Spaces Scotland
supports communities to become more involved in, and to take
responsibility for, their local environment, communal spaces
and places. This will focus on bringing communities together
while making them healthier, not just physically, but also
through sharing activities in a space or place that is fit
for purpose.
What
is the funding for?
They
expect to fund a wide range of activities involving meeting
spaces; recreation; and community green spaces. Examples include
providing facilities for community activity through developing
and improving:
local parks
community paths and gardens
play parks
allotments
community centres, and
village halls.
They may also consider funding suitable revenue projects that
will meet all 3 of their outcomes of : Communities come
together to make better use of local spaces and places.Communities
come together to improve their environment. Communities come
together to get healthier and be more active
Through this programme they can also provide development funding
to provide any relevant technical advice you may need to develop
your full application. They can also fund business plans where
these are considered necessary to securing the project’s
long term sustainability.
Who
can apply?
They want this programme to help address the areas of greatest
need in Scotland. To help achieve this they have added eligibility
criteria, based on the area where the project will be delivered,
to ensure this funding is targeted where it is needed most.
You can find out quickly and easily if your project is eligible
by typing the postcode where your project will be based into
their eligibility
checker. Eligible organisations include voluntary and
community organisations, schools, community councils, social
enterprises and private companies (provided the grants do
not contribute to the profits they distribute).
How
much can I apply for?
Grants
between £10,000 to £250,000 are on offer.
When
to apply
Refer to website for latest information
How
to apply
First, you should confirm whether you are eligible to apply
for this funding by using our eligibility checker (see above)
If you are eligible contact them before you apply on 0300
123 7110 or by email at enquiries.scotland@biglotteryfund.org.uk
to discuss your idea.
Questions about Community Spaces Scotland? Find
out more
Contact
Information team
Big Lottery Fund
1 Atlantic Quay
1 Robertson Street
Glasgow, G2 8 JB
Phone: 0300 123 7110
Fax: 0141 242 1401
Textphone: 0141 242 1500
Email: enquiries.scotland@biglotteryfund.org.uk
Key
words: environment, community, groups
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