Key Funds in Western Scotland

Key Funds allow organisations to get financial support for economic activities in the region's areas of greatest need. Key Funds recognise that organisations new to European Funds, like community and voluntary groups, may not have the capacity or resources to apply directly to main Funding Programmes. Key Funds can make awards of up to 100% of project costs, up to a maximum of £30,000. This simplifies procedures for applicants, whilst observing all the appropriate safeguards.

With emphasis on a grass-roots approach, on active citizenship, and on the development of social economy initiatives, resources are available to support local organisations and build capacity within communities. Guidance notes, detailing the operation of Key Funds, have been prepared for project staff, members of Key Funds Boards and others involved in the development or management of the Funds.

Where Key Funds Operate and Contact Details

Key Funds supported by the 2000-2006 Western Scotland Objective 2 Programme cover the former Social Inclusion Partnership (SIP) communities in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Ayrshire, and Inverclyde and West Dunbartonshire (covered by the Clyde Key Fund). Further information about funding opportunities, eligible activity and application procedures can be obtained by contacting:

Glasgow Key Fund: Helen.Hunter@gcpl.org.uk
Helen Hunter Tel: 0141 572 1300
www.glasgowcommunityplanningpartnership.org.uk

Lanarkshire Key Fund: mcbridey@northlan.gov.uk
North Lanarkshire Yvonne McBride Tel: 01236 616289

Ayrshire Key Fund: margaret.butler@zen.co.uk
Margaret Butler Tel: 01563 526623

Clyde Key Fund: jamieson@inverclyde-reg.demon.co.uk
Hugh Jamieson Tel: 01475 731700