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Matched Giving Programme

The Matched Giving Programme is run by Bank of Scotland Foundation and is open to all Lloyds Banking Group staff in Scotland. The programme encourages colleagues to get involved in the voluntary sector and help fundraise through personal participation in events or give their time freely to support the work of charities throughout Scotland. Every permanent Lloyds Banking Group colleague in Scotland is entitled to claim up to £1000 in each calendar year from the Matched Giving Scheme for a charity for which they have either raised money for or given time to. The Foundation will match every pound raised or donate £10 per hour of voluntary time given, to a maximum of £500 for fundraising events and/or £500 for voluntary time given, provided that the claim falls within the rules of the scheme and the charity is eligible for funding. This programme ensures funding reaches charities at a grass-roots level across Scotland, creating a lasting positive impact in local Scottish communities.

WATIF Community Grant 2025

The WATIF Community Grant provides funding of up to £2,000 for non-profit making projects that benefit the local community within the WATIF area in Scotland. The grant scheme operates throughout the year with quarterly application deadlines. Funding is available for environmental projects, community activities and events, and health and wellbeing initiatives. Projects must benefit communally shared spaces and demonstrate clear outcomes for the WATIF community. The scheme supports both new projects and expansion of existing initiatives located within the WATIF area. Priority is given to organizations that have not previously received a grant, and applicants may only apply once every two years. Successful applicants must provide quarterly follow-up reports including proof of expenditure, project feedback, benefits, outcomes, and learning.

Whiteside Hill Wind Farm Community Fund

The Whiteside Hill Wind Farm Community Fund supports community projects benefiting those living in areas covered by the community councils of Kirkconnel and Kelloholm and the Royal Burgh of Sanquhar and District. This fund is provided by Netro Energy, which manages the Whiteside Hill Wind Farm. An annual amount of at least £135,000 per year, rising in line with inflation, will be paid into the fund for the operating life of the wind farm, which is expected to be 25 years. The fund opened in 2018. The fund prioritizes projects that contribute to Upper Nithsdale Community Trust priorities, including services and projects delivering economic benefits such as events, festivals, arts, employability activities, and tourism-related projects; activities demonstrating community benefits and building community capacity such as community-managed services, civic pride and environmental projects; and services addressing the needs of disadvantaged groups through early intervention, including young people and aging population engagement. Grant requests support a wide range of costs and activities including equipment costs, running costs for local groups, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Multi-year awards for a maximum of three years may be applied for. Applications are prioritized when they enhance or are additional to normal service provision, demonstrate community consultation, and show evidence of working in partnership with other organisations.

Tannach and District Wind Farm Trust

The Tannach and District Charitable Wind Farm Trust has been established in partnership between Tannach and District Community Council and Foundation Scotland to manage funds from different companies or donors pledged for the benefit of the Tannach and District community. The Trust receives annual contributions from three wind farms: Wathegar Wind Farm (£30,030 index-linked), Wathegar 2 Wind Farm (£40,590 index-linked), and Bilbster Wind Farm (£4,025.50 index-linked). The Trust's available balance for grantmaking is currently £169,000. The fund supports projects that contribute to nine key outcomes including: creating opportunities for sports and recreation; improving settlement access safety; enhancing community activities and services for all ages; maintaining community life through events and improved amenities; encouraging economic activity; providing vocational skills and experience; promoting natural and cultural heritage; supporting sustainable energy use; and creating tourism opportunities. Applications must demonstrate contribution to at least one outcome with measurable activities and outputs. Applicants must show evidence of local consultation with beneficiaries and other groups, consider partnership working opportunities, demonstrate sustainable development practices including minimizing environmental impact, and use local procurement where appropriate. The fund prioritizes projects that bring clear benefit to residents of the Tannach and District area in Highland, Scotland.