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Education Entry Grant

The Education Entry Grant is a grant program offered by CSN (Swedish National Board of Student Aid) for unemployed individuals who need to study at compulsory or upper secondary school to increase their chances of employment. This grant provides financial support for a limited period to help recipients get started with their studies. The grant is typically paid for four weeks at a time, with the amount depending on the rate of study (full-time or part-time), number of study weeks, and income. Recipients can study for a maximum of 50 weeks full-time or equivalent part-time. The program is designed for individuals aged 25-60 who have been unemployed for at least six months in the past year and have limited prior education. Additional child allowances are available for those with custody of children.

Student Grants and Loans for Studies in Sweden

The Swedish student grants and loans program (CSN) provides financial support to students studying at university college, university, vocational college, or adult education institutions in Sweden. Students over age 20 can also apply for studies at compulsory and upper secondary level at Komvux or folk high school. The program consists of two components: a grant (which does not need to be repaid) and a loan (which must be repaid with low interest rates). Students can choose to apply for only the grant if they prefer not to take a loan. The loan carries a low interest rate (1.23% in 2024) and does not require security, with repayment periods up to 25 years. Additional support is available for students with children, those with previous work income, and those with extra study-related costs. The program aims to make studies possible for Swedish citizens and eligible foreign nationals by providing financial assistance during their educational pursuits.

Transition Fund

The Transition Fund helps young disabled people in Scotland with the transition after leaving school or children's services. The fund provides financial support to enable young disabled people to try new activities and experiences that will help them become more engaged and active in their community, enhance their independence and confidence, and help them to spend more time with other people. The fund is designed to combat isolation and support the critical transition period for young adults with disabilities. Due to unprecedented demand, the fund currently restricts new grants to first-time applicants only, implemented from January 1, 2024. The current processing time for applications is 20 weeks, with applications processed in date order. Applicants are advised to submit applications at least 19 weeks before funds are needed to ensure timely processing and payment.

Islands Emergency Cost Crisis Fund

The Islands Emergency Cost Crisis Fund has been developed by the Scottish Government to specifically recognise and help support the financial challenges faced by island communities. This fund provides a non-recurring cost of living payment of £127.00 per eligible household to residents of Skye, Raasay, Muck, Eigg, and Rhum. Eligible households are those with their main residence on these islands as of 17 November 2023 who either receive Council Tax Reduction due to low income, or have council tax exemption due to being Cared For, a Care Leaver, being under 18, or who are certified as having a severe mental impairment. The one-off payment is made to the person primarily liable for Council Tax. Where bank details have been provided for previous cost of living payments, payment is made directly into bank accounts. If bank details have not been provided previously, payment is credited to the Council Tax account.

Common Good Fund

The Common Good Fund provides financial support for a wide range of local community activities in specific Scottish Highland communities. The fund is designed to support projects that have a community-wide benefit. Applications are considered on their individual merits. Funds are available in select burghs including Cromarty, Dingwall, Dornoch, Fortrose and Rosemarkie, Grantown, Invergordon, Inverness, Kingussie, Nairn, and Tain, though some locations may be temporarily closed to applications due to insufficient funds.

Community Benefit Funding - Beinn Tharsuinn Windfarm

Community benefit funding is available to eligible projects in 10 beneficiary Community Council areas in the vicinity of Beinn Tharsuinn windfarm. The program provides financial support for projects based in or benefiting communities including Kiltearn, Ardross, Alness, Invergordon, Kilmuir and Logie Easter, Tain, Edderton, Ardgay, Creich, and Dornoch. The funding aims to support community-led initiatives that benefit local residents in the areas surrounding the windfarm. Applications are reviewed and decided upon by local Community Councils, which may apply additional criteria to reflect priorities identified by their communities. Funding cannot be used for political, religious, entertainment or hospitality purposes, or for purposes adverse to CRE Energy Ltd's interest in the windfarm.