SSE is encouraging local groups in Largs and Cumbrae to apply to the Hunterston Community Fund before the next application deadline on 28 February 2017.

The fund is provided as part of SSE’s Hunterston Offshore Turbine Test facility. The fund supports community and charitable projects in Cumbrae, Fairlie, Largs and West Kilbride and has an annual value of £50,000. Since it launched in 2013, over £180,000 has been distributed in the local area.

Largs and Cumbrae have a joint panel with representatives of both communities to make decisions on grant awards for their area. Fairlie and West Kilbride each manage their own share of the fund through their local Community Trusts.

A wide range of applications will be considered including social enterprise, amenity, educational, charitable and environmental projects. Previous awards include £2,200 to Firth of Clyde Coastal Rowing Club for a new skiff trailer, £1,500 to Cumbrae Primary School Parent Council to purchase sports equipment and £1,000 to Largs Viking Festival to support entertainment costs.

Lindsay Dougan, SSE Community Funds Manager, said: “The Hunterston Community Fund provides a unique opportunity for local groups to turn a great project idea into a reality or to develop an existing project which may need additional funding support. I’d urge community groups with innovative projects to apply now.”

To download an application form or to view a full list of successful projects please visit: http://sse.com/community/communityfunds/hunterston/