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The Fund is provided by E.ON, the developer of the Rosehall Wind Farm. It aims to invest in activities and initiatives that help build a vibrant local economy, support and encourage thriving communities and make the area an attractive place to live, work and visit for people of all ages.

The outcomes for the fund are to:

1. Strengthen, sustain and diversify the local economy through the development of established or emerging sectors.
2. Encourage entrepreneurship and innovation in the local community with a view to stimulating economic and social growth.
3. Increase community benefit by acquiring, developing, and using new community assets and maintaining and enhancing existing ones.
4. Support measures designed to improve life chances and/or quality of life.
5. Optimise local resources and assets through support for coordinated community activity.
6. Support environmental improvements which give a physical, social or educational benefit.
7. Support energy conservation and increased use of renewables through the promotion of energy efficiency and sustainability within the area.
8. Respond to unforeseen circumstances or opportunities that are in keeping with the broad fund outcomes identified above.

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Geographical areas funded: Highland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Annually awarded:

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When to apply

The Fund has two deadlines a year: 30 April (for decisions in July) and 31 October (for decisions in January).

Next deadline: 31 Oct 2025

How to apply

Apply online via the Foundation Scotland website.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Citizenship and community involvement Community development and regeneration Community facilities Education and training Environment General charitable activities Heritage and building preservation Sport and physical activity Recreation and social activities

Beneficiaries funded: Local communities

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