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Soirbheas provide grants mostly funded by the Corrimony windfarm. The Tier 2 & 3 funding the objectives are:

• improving the energy efficiency of the housing within our communities
• strengthening the local economy by encouraging new businesses and encouraging employment and training opportunities; protecting our environment for future generations
• improving the quality of life of the elderly and vulnerable, including young people, within our communities.

The beneficiaries of projects must be resident in the Glen Urquhart or Strathglass Community Council areas.

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Geographical areas funded: Highland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

Fund award sizes

Minimum:

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Annually awarded:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

Constituted organisations with a governing document or constitution can apply. This includes charities, not-for-profit organisations, voluntary and community groups, development trusts, cooperatives, social enterprises and community interest companies. Organisations of any size can apply, and groups need a management committee of at least three people.

When to apply

Tier 2 and Tier 3 grants are open throughout the year, with several fixed application deadlines each year and decisions made by the Board at set decision dates after each deadline. Upcoming deadlines:

• 14 December 2026 (for decision 28 January 2027)
• 14 February 2027 (for decision 25 March)

Next deadline: 14 Dec 2026

How to apply

Application forms and guidance are available on the funder's website. Tier 2 applicants should submit a completed Project Plan with their application, along with supporting documents such as the group's constitution and most recent annual accounts.

For Tier 3 grants an expression of interest must be submitted first, and it is essential to discuss the project with the funder before submitting it. For other grants, discussing the application beforehand is recommended.

Contact details for each tier are available on the funder's website.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Arts and culture Citizenship and community involvement Community development and regeneration Community facilities Community safety Transport Education and training Environment Heritage and building preservation Sport and physical activity Recreation and social activities Energy Climate action

Beneficiaries funded: Older people Local communities Young people

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