Young Scot Action Fund

The Young Scot Action Fund is all about helping young people help themselves, help others, or help the wider community by turning their bright ideas into action.

What is the funding for?

To financially help towards the evolution of ideas such as ;

Helping Yourself

• Going on a course
• Setting up your own business

Help Others

• Organise an outing for housebound people
• Working with people with disabilities
• Setting up an information café for young people

Help Your Own Community

• Clearing a nearby river
• Producing a local newsletter
• Organising a community event

How much money is available?
Up to £200 for individuals and up to £750 for groups, six times a year.

Who can apply?

Both individuals, aged between 15 - 26 years of age, and members of the Young Scot organisation. For group applications, at least two-thirds of the group must be aged 15-26.

When to apply

Anytime

How to apply
To apply for membership to Young Scot telephone Young Scot InfoLine on 0808 801 0338 (Mon to Fri 10am - 6pm) for more details.

Or visit the website young scot

Or e-mail: young scot

Key words: youth, wider community, enterprise, social inclusion, elderly