Green projects can get cash

Projects that aim to improve green space in the community can apply for funding.

Central Scotland Green Network launched the £40,000 Community Project Fund 2017 last Friday (March 17).

Supported by £30,000 from the Greggs Foundation and £10,000 from Central Scotland Green Network Trust (CSGNT), it will provide one-off grants of up to £1,000 to support small-scale green space initiatives and to foster community engagement in maintaining and enhancing the environment.

Keith Geddes, chair of the Central Scotland Green Network, said:“We are proud to launch the CSGN Community Project Fund which will support local groups in delivering the CSGN vision on the ground, in order to transform central Scotland into a place where the environment adds value to the economy and where people’s lives are enriched by its quality.

“We are looking forward to receiving applications for the available grants which can be used for a wide range of activities from outdoor learning and community growing through to biodiversity.”

The fund aims to increase community use of green space – particularly within disadvantaged communities – which will have a positive impact on the quality of life for residents.

At least 40 grassroots projects will receive funding through the initiative and these can range from conservation and educational schemes, such as developing a safe natural learning space for children, community gardens, and biodiversity activities such as planting and improvements to ponds and wetlands to protect local wildlife.

For further information or to discuss a potential application visit www. centralscotland greennetwork.org/cpf or contact cpf@csgnt.org.uk