Solwaybank Windfarm Community Benefit Fund

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Funds projects and initiatives that support the rural regeneration and sustainability of communities within the Solwaybank Windfarm area and enhance the lives of those living and working in the area.

Applications are welcomed that fall into the following categories:

• Enhance the quality of life for local residents
• Contribute to vibrant, healthy, successful and sustainable communities
• Promote community spirit and encourage community activity

Priority will be given to projects which can demonstrate:

• Local consultation – evidence that the local community has been consulted and is supportive of the project
• Strategic projects – with longer term impacts and benefits
• Partnership working – working with other organisations (e.g. voluntary, local, regional or national) to add value to a project
• Local procurement – using local suppliers and providers for goods and services, where possible.
• Environmental considerations – consideration of the project’s carbon footprint and minimising the environmental impact

Match funding of at least 10% of the project cost will normally be required, but projects with more match funding to add to the value of the project and maximise the Community Benefit funding are preferred.

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Geographical areas funded: Dumfries and Galloway

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue, Core costs

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, not-for-profit groups whose projects benefit communities in the environs of the windfarm, including communities within 10km of the turbines. These are:

• Langholm
• Ewes and Westerkirk
• Canonbie and District
• Kirkpatrick Fleming and District
• Kirtle and Eaglesfield
• Middlebie and Waterbeck

Individuals can apply if they can show the project will benefit the wider community.

When to apply

Due to funds being fully allocated, the fund is closed for applications. It is hoped the fund will be reopened in October 2026 for a deadline of 31 January 2027.

Next deadline: 31 Jan 2027

How to apply

Applications are made using the funder's application form, with supporting documents such as the governing document and accounts. The form and full guidance are available to download from the funder's website. Applications are assessed initially by the fund administrator, and the advisory management panel makes the final decision.

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Activites funded: Arts and culture Citizenship and community involvement Community development and regeneration Community facilities Education and training Environment General charitable activities Health care and wellbeing Sport and physical activity Recreation and social activities Social care and welfare

Beneficiaries funded: General public Rural communities Local communities

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