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The broad aim of the Heart of the Community Grant Trust is to provide financial grants for community projects that deliver lasting change within the regions in which the Company operates. Those regions are: Shetland, Orkney, Highland and Argyll.

Key areas for support include:

• Creating affordable, family-oriented activities
• Giving younger generations the same opportunities as those in more central areas
• Safeguarding mental wellbeing
• Combating isolation
• Providing lifeline services

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Geographical areas funded: Argyll and Bute Highland Orkney Shetland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

Groups that apply must be established on a not-for-profit basis but do not need to be registered charities.

Maximum annual income:

£250,000

When to apply

Applications can be made at any time.

How to apply

Apply online via the Trust website.

Each application then goes through a screening process with regional ambassadors. Successful applications will then be submitted to the Heart of the Community Trustees for final verification.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Citizenship and community involvement Community development and regeneration Community facilities Community safety Transport Education and training General charitable activities Health care and wellbeing Health education and promotion Sport and physical activity Recreation and social activities

Beneficiaries funded: Children General public Local communities Young people

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