The importance of fund reviews

Foundation Scotland has successfully completed its most recent fund review of the Nadara Glenkerie Wind Farm Community Fund, demonstrating its commitment to Scottish Government good practice principles and transparent community fund management.

Regular fund reviews are essential for ensuring community funds deliver maximum benefit to local areas. These assessments ensure transparency, evaluate effectiveness, and identify opportunities for improvement whilst keeping funds aligned with community priorities.

Scottish Government Good Practice Principles

The review process adheres to Scottish Government good practice principles for community benefit funds, emphasising community-led decision making, fair application processes, clear governance, regular monitoring, and sustainable community development.

Foundation Scotland's approach to the Nadara Glenkerie fund review exemplifies these principles, ensuring the fund operates to the highest standards of community fund management.

Local Perspective on Fund Impact

Lisa, a local resident who serves on the decision-making panel for the fund, noted: "The fund review was valuable to understand the Fund's impact on the community and has helped to highlight the meaningful difference the Fund has made across the Fund area."

Supporting Community Development

Through this comprehensive review process, Foundation Scotland reaffirms its commitment to supporting vibrant, sustainable communities through effective fund administration. The findings will help shape future funding decisions and processes to maximise community benefit.

Read the Nadara Glenkerie Wind Farm Community Fund: Fund Review 2019-2024 here.

Read more about the Nadara Glenkerie Wind Farm Community Fund here.