Area Initiatives Fund

Area Initiatives Fund:

Communities across Garioch can apply for the Garioch Area Initiatives Fund, which will provide funding of up to £5,000.

This £25,000 fund has been set aside for projects which promote the development of community based initiatives, help local groups to meet the needs of their communities, and tap in to the talent and resources that exist throughout the area.

How to apply:

Please read the Garioch Area Initiatives Fund guidance and criteria notes (PDF 154KB) before applying.

Applications are invited from constituted groups with the aim to deliver projects within the Garioch area in line with the following themes:

• Improving the appearance and maintenance of towns and villages
• Healthier communities
• Stronger and empowered communities
• Connected communities

The first round of applications closes on 31st May 2022. If funding remains after this date a second round of applications will be invited.

Please note that if you are in receipt of, or have applied for, the Small Grants Fund in the current financial year, you are not eligible for this grant scheme in the same year.

To apply please complete the Garioch Area Initiatives Application Form (PDF 169KB) and submit the completed form by email to garioch@aberdeenshire.gov.uk, or by post to:

Area Manager (Garioch) Gordon House Blackhall Road INVERURIE AB51 3WA

For further information call the Garioch Area Office on 01467 539371 or email garioch@aberdeenshire.gov.uk.