Ballantrae Education and Training Fund

This fund provides bursaries to residents of the Ballantrae Community Council area to help them access training and education opportunities that better equip them with the range of skills needed to enter or retain employment. The funding is provided from the Ballantrae Community Fund and aims to improve the opportunities and livelihoods of people living in the area. Courses leading to formal or recognised qualifications will be favoured, however other courses will also be considered where the applicant can demonstrate how the skills and knowledge gained will realistically support them in securing a job, retaining a job or in setting up their own business. Industries which will benefit job retention in the areas of hospitality, construction transport/logistics, motor maintenance, tourism, forestry and timber technologies, rural development, agriculture (including crofting), environmental conservation, health and social care benefiting the local community will be prioritised. The fund is open to individuals aged 18 or over living in the Community Council area of Ballantrae, with priority given to people between the age of 18 years and 25 years.