Aberdeenshire Rural Communities Challenge Fund
Summary
The Aberdeenshire Local Action Group’s Rural Communities Challenge Fund 2023-24 has been launched and is now live and open for applications. The programme delivers funding from the Scottish Government’s Rural Community Led Local Development programme.
Grants are being invited from community groups, charities, public sector organisations and cooperatives throughout Aberdeenshire (excluding the Cairngorms area) and can fund specific activities aimed at benefitting rural communities in the region.
Applications will be assessed and approved by the Aberdeenshire Local Action Group (LAG), a cross-sector partnership which represents rural communities throughout Aberdeenshire. Grants will be targeted towards capital expenditure which can be delivered before 28th February 2024 and supports one or more of the following priorities:
- Low Carbon Community Buildings
- Active and Connected Communities
Grants between £10,000 and £50,000 will be available, and a minimum 10% match funding contribution to projects by applicants is desirable but not essential.
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Geographical areas funded: Aberdeenshire
Fund type
- Type of funding:
- Grant
- Type of cost:
- Capital
Fund award sizes
- Minimum:
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Who can apply
- Public sector organisations
- Co-operatives
- Charities registered in Scotland
- Constituted community groups or not-for-profit groups
When to apply
Currently closed.
How to apply
Access the appliation form an guidance on the Fund website. Applicants are encouraged to contact the team for more information and support.
Exclusions
Activites funded: Arts & culture Community development & regeneration Community facilities Environment Sport & physical activity Recreation & social activities
Beneficiaries funded: Children Rural communities Older people Local communities Young people
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