New Community Fund launches to support training and education in New Cumnock
RWE’s Enoch Hill Wind Farm Community Fund will provide financial support to enable residents to benefit from training courses and further education opportunities.
Education and training funds have already benefitted local residents and local economies across the country. This new scheme will support individuals in New Cumnock to better equip themselves with the range of skills needed to gain or retain employment.
The fund is being provided by RWE’s Enoch Hill Wind Farm Community Fund. Awards of up to £1,500 are available, and can cover a range of costs including course fees, travel, specialist equipment or childcare.
“We’re really excited to be launching this scheme for New Cumnock residents. It’s built on direct feedback from local people, when RWE undertook a survey about possible use of funds linked to their Enoch Hill project. Working alongside Foundation Scotland, who will be administering the scheme, gives us the opportunity to learn from their experience of supporting similar initiatives with community benefit funds in other parts of Scotland. We would encourage anyone living in New Cumnock who wants to develop their skills and needs some financial support to apply. This fund is here for you.”
“Jobs and training scored as a highest priority in our community consultation for the fund, and we’re excited to see how New Cumnock residents use this opportunity. RWE and Foundation Scotland have worked closely with key community stakeholders, New Cumnock Development Trust and New Cumnock Community Council to design this fund. We’re planning some local events together for October which will enable the wider community to become more involved in these discussions. Contact Foundation Scotland to find out more”
Foundation Scotland administers the fund on behalf RWE, working closely with New Cumnock Development Trust and New Cumnock Community Council. Applications can be made at any time.
For more information on how to apply visit The Fund Information Page.