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Apply Now: Solway Firth Partnership's Robin Rigg Community Fund

September 14, 2024

Community group engaged in climate action, such as planting trees or installing solar panels, in Dumfries & Galloway or Cumbria. The image shows a collaborative effort to reduce climate change effects and enhance local sustainability."

Published Date: September 13, 2024

Application Deadline: November 11, 2024

About the Fund

The Solway Firth Partnership has launched the Robin Rigg Community Fund to support community groups and organisations in the Solway area. The fund aims to back initiatives that reduce the effects of climate change and contribute positively to the local community.

Eligible Causes and Projects

Eligible projects should align with the following causes:

Environmental
Renewable energy
Energy efficiency
Sustainable development
Charitable and educational activities
Community-focused initiatives
General community amenity schemes

Funding Information

Organisations can apply for a grant of up to £15,000. However, only one application is permitted per organisation each year.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are welcome from the following types of organisations:

Voluntary or community organisations
Registered charities
Constituted groups or clubs
Not-for-profit companies or community interest companies
Social enterprises
Schools
Parish and community councils

Eligible projects must operate within the designated geographical areas of Dumfries & Galloway in Scotland or Cumbria in England.

Geographical Area

Dumfries & Galloway (Community Council areas)

Caerlaverock
New Abbey
Kirkbean
Southerness
Colvend and Southwick
Buittle Parish
Auchencairn
Dundrennan
Kirkcudbright
Borgue

Cumbria (Parish & Town Council areas)

Silloth on Solway
Holme Low
Holme St Cuthbert
Allonby
Hayton and Mealo
Oughterside and Allerby
Crosscanonby
Maryport
Seaton
Workington
Flimby
Distington
Lowca
Parton
Whitehaven
St Bees

Ineligibility Criteria

Projects will not be funded if they:

Benefit individuals rather than communities
Promote political or religious purposes
Replace existing public sector funding
Undermine energy conservation or renewable energy initiatives

How to Apply

If your organisation meets the eligibility criteria and has a project that aligns with the fund’s goals, you are encouraged to apply. Visit the Solway Firth Partnership website for more information and to submit your application.

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