Community Infrastructure Support Programme now open
Although they have set a nominal £ 2000 limit, they can consider individual applications on their merits. Please do not allow this limit to deter applying for more if you believe the programme may require this.
Please also ensure that all supporting information is submitted with this application, and sent to info@north-highlands.co.uk, with the name of your group and project clearly identified. The required information is:
· A copy of your group constitution or charitable information (Including Charity No.)
· A copy of your organisation’s most recent approved financial statements (no older than 18 months)
· A written or e-mail quotation for any work or purchases required.
Priorities:
They welcome applications that enable the region’s much needed voluntary and not for profit services and build community resilience. We respect and rely on these services to best identify their own needs. However, to guide the applicants and the decision-making panel we encourage applications that fit the criteria below:
Community Infrastructure
· More effective visitor management including content creation, signage or information on local facilities or amenities
· Environmental Improvements, incl. public toilets / motorhome waste management / tree planting, community gardens or woodlands
· Public seating, path creation, sport or play facilities
· Supporting volunteers through learning & development of skills or training
· Supporting community led efforts that support socio economic development or cost of living services provided through the community
· Supporting community led efforts that focus on improving the education, resilience or life skills for young people
· Supporting community led health and well-being services or projects
Energy Reduction
· Installation of more efficient heating and insulation in community spaces
· Purchase of energy saving equipment in community spaces
· Sourcing of professional advice towards energy reduction programs for communities
· Fund or train fuel, energy, or cost of living advisors in local support roles
· Improving community awareness of energy improvement activity or schemes
Community Facilities support
· Encouraging more creative or innovative use of village halls
· Developing more effective multi – use “hubs” within existing facilities
· Matched or seed funding to enable larger scale projects
End of Project Reporting Requirements
To find out how to apply go to https://www.northhighlandinitiative.co.uk/cisp/