Our Case Studies

Borders Forest Trust received funding from Langhope Rig Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund for conservation projects in the Scottish Borders.

The Ettrick and Yarrow Community Development Company supports environmental and conversation projects within the local area.

Thanks to a grant of £10,000 from the EDF Renewables Longpark Wind Farm Community Fund, restoration work on St. Mary of Wedale Church in Stow was made possible.

The Harthill Eastfield & Greenrigg Community Fund has continued support for the HEG Children’s Gala Day.

The CB8 bus service, a crucial lifeline connecting the rural village of Barr with the town of Girvan, is proving to be a vital asset for the community.

Sharon Trotter used her bursary from the Barr Education and Training fund to support a whole new career as a yoga teacher.

The Sanquhar & District Men's Shed is tackling loneliness and isolation by allowing men to socialise, apply creative skills and support their physical and mental well-being.

Outfit Moray is a charity whose aim is to make a positive difference to the lives of young people, families and communities through the provision of a wide range of outdoor learning programmes.

Dufftown Community Centre was awarded £29,500 from the Dorenell Wind Farm Fund in May 2023 to upgrade throughout.

Borders Pottery CIC (BP) was established in November 2022, evolving from its predecessor, Borders Pottery Ltd.

The Blackford Parish Church was awarded £1,400 from the Blackford Community Fund for their thriving community initiative to tackle social isolation and the cost of living crisis.

Biggar Little Festival has received three years of funding from the Ventient Energy Glenkerie Wind Farm Community Fund to create events to encourage and promote the arts in their community.