Pandemic cash for golf clubs

National governing body Scottish Golf has made £685,000 available to affiliated clubs who have been affected financially by Covid-19 as part of a support package funded by the R&A.

The grants will be made available via two separate allocations – the Covid-19 Fixed Costs Grant and the Club Relief Fund – and applications are now welcome.

The Covid- 19 Fixed Costs Grant will enable every affiliated club in Scotland to apply for a maximum of £ 500 for costs specifically associated with preparing for safe play and club/ course management following the lockdown.

These can include sanitation products, Covid- 19 related health and safety equipment, professional fees, signage, training, video conferencing licences and any other virusrelated spending.

To apply to the Club Relief Fund clubs need to fill in a short form confirming details about the club. Only one application per club will be accepted.

Grants available range from £ 1000-£ 5000 and the fund is concentrated on enabling clubs to reinstate or to increase expenditure in key areas to either improve member experience or boost income generation potential.

The application process for both the Covid-19 Related Fixed Costs Grant and the Club Relief Fund is now open and will close on Friday, July 24.

Assessments will be done during the week beginning July 27 with decisions sent by Friday, August 7.

Successful clubs will need to complete a final document, including payment details.