Carcant Wind Farm Community Fund (Heriot)

Heriot Community Fund comprises community benefit monies provided by the operators of two wind farms located near Heriot in the Scottish Borders. The fund supports community projects that benefit those living in the Heriot Community Council area. An annual amount totalling £38,200, inflation-adjusted, will be available for community projects benefitting Heriot over the operating life of the two wind farms. The fund provides grants to support charitable activities that encourage community activity and promote community spirit, ensure adequate access to services, improve local transport infrastructure, build the local economy, build community capacity and cohesion between groups, and develop or maintain community assets. Grants may support a wide range of costs including equipment, staff or sessional workers, consultations, running costs for local groups, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Applications from groups and organisations located outside the fund area will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must demonstrate clear benefits for residents within the fund area.