Our Case Studies

The Splash Project received funding from the Drone Hill Wind Farm Community Fund to create and deliver empowering sessions for women in the local area.

This case study demonstrates how community benefit funding can go hand in hand with the IVAR principles of open and trusting grant-making practices.

Drone Hill Wind Farm Community Fund awarded £10,000 in funding to the Coldingham Gala Committee, who benefit the local area through their community events and festivals.

Playparks are more than just play spaces. They serve as important community assets in rural areas, offering more than just recreational spaces for children.

Founded in October 2019 as a social swimming group, Coldingham Brave Bayers is a registered Community Interest Company serving the Berwickshire coastal region.

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

Borders Youth Theatre created the opportunity in their community to break down barriers, develop skills, and build confidence through performance.

In July 2022, Ayton Heritage was awarded £3,500 from the Greencoat Drone Hill Fund to support with the preservation and restoration of the St Dionysius Church ruin.

Berwickshire Swap in Reston has been awarded £10,367, to support equipment and core running costs.

Charity organisation Outside the Box has been awarded £6000 to provide a community health and well-being programme in Eyemouth.

Happy Swimmers has been awarded £10,000 from the Drone Hill Wind Farm Community Fund to provide free swimming lessons for primary children.

In May 2023, Greencoat Drone Hill Fund awarded £7,464.75 to Borders Pottery, a Community Investment Company located within St Abs, Berwickshire.