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Carrickatane Community Benefit Fund

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Overview

Grants between £1,000 - £5,000 are available.

Who can apply?

  • Constituted voluntary organisations and community groups that have charitable and/or non-profit status.
  • Organisations that are located within the 7 kilometre radius of the Carrickatane Wind Farm

What can be funded?

Applications are invited for projects that address the following themes:

  • Projects that increase local participation through recreational, cultural or environmental activities.
  • Projects that provide educational opportunities.
  • Projects that promote health and well-being.
  • Projects that promote energy efficiency/sustainability.
  • Projects that encourage volunteer recruitment, training or practice.
  • Projects that encourage greater cross community interaction and understanding.

Please note within these themes, priority will be given where projects:

  • address issues of rural isolation.
  • benefit people experiencing disadvantage
  • increase the use of existing community space and sustainable venues.