Funding boost for ecology centre

Lesley Laird, MP for Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath, has welcomed news that the Ecology Centre in Kinghorn has been awarded £2,916 from the Corra Foundation.

The grant – to help fund a part-time toolshed worker – was issued through the Foundation’s Henry Duncan Awards, aimed at grassroots charities working in local communities with people facing disadvantage.

Mrs Laird said: “These awards show how Corra Foundation continues to be at the heart of funding local communities. I’m delighted these grassroots charities are receiving these funds, enabling them to continue their great work.

“Many of the Henry Duncan Grants go on staff and running costs like this, meaning they are a lifeline for local charities in this tough financial climate.”

Fiona Duncan, Corra Foundation chief executive, added: “Corra Foundation is privileged to be able to contribute to the work of local groups across Scotland, supporting them as they make a real difference in the lives of many people, including vulnerable children and young people, isolated older people, unpaid carers, families experiencing poverty and people affected by disability or mental health issues.

“We are committed to our vision of a society in which people create positive change and enjoy fulfilling lives and distributing £1m a year via the Henry Duncan Grants is part of this.”