Formartine Coastal Communities Fund
Details
Projects must have a tangible link to the coast and/or the sea, for example:
- Projects that help people develop skills related to coastal or seafaring pursuits, activities or enterprises, for example sailing, fishing or boatbuilding.
- Projects that celebrate the heritage of coastal and seagoing communities of place and interest, for example, a coastal or fishing village or township, historic boatbuilding or relevant clubs or organisations.
- Projects that improve access to coastal areas, for example paths and viewpoints.
- Projects that improve the coastal environment, for example applications to establish and support community groups looking after their coastline.
- Projects that improve community-controlled infrastructure such as harbours, boathouses and buildings. As sites are specifically included it is possible that applications will be received for projects taking place at coastal locations, outwith any settlement. Such applications may come from groups or organisations representing communities of interest as well as of place (for example wildlife or environmental, arts or wellbeing groups).
Funding will be targeted towards activities or infrastructure which support the following priorities:
- Supporting the development of active travel routes along, to and from the coastline
- Developing the coastal economy, workforce and sustainable tourism
- Creating or enhancing community, leisure and recreational facilities
- Safeguarding, restoring or enhancing the coastal environment
Projects must contribute to at least one of Aberdeenshire Council’s priorities:
- A sustainable economy
- Connected communities
- Living well locally
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Geographical areas funded: Aberdeenshire
Fund type
- Type of funding:
- Grant
- Type of cost:
- Capital, Revenue
Fund award sizes
- Minimum:
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- Maximum:
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- Annually awarded:
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- Notes on award amounts:
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Who can apply
- Small & Medium Enterprises (limited companies, partnerships, or sole traders)
- Public sector organisations
- Co-operatives
- Charities registered in Scotland
- Constituted community groups
The site of the project or the community must be within one mile of Aberdeenshire’s coastline. Up to 2 miles from the coastline may be considered where it can demonstrated there is a strong and tangible link with the coast or sea. Eligible settlements are Blackdog, Balmedie, Newburgh, and Collieston.
When to apply
Now open. Applications must be submitted before midnight on 19th May 2025.
Next deadline: 19 May 2025
How to apply
Complete the application form found on the Council website and return via email.
Exclusions
Activites funded: Community development and regeneration Community facilities Transport Environment Heritage and building preservation Recreation and social activities Respite and holidays Climate action
Beneficiaries funded: Local communities
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