Community groups, charities and social enterprises are being invited to a special event which aims to focus the spotlight on wonderful work taking place across East Dunbartonshire.
The Grants Advisory Committee AGM and Showcase will be an opportunity for representatives to hear about fantastic projects, learn more about the committee and the Council's Community Grants Scheme, and to forge links with fellow third-sector groups.
The event takes place on Wednesday 21 August 2024 – 6.45-8.45pm – in Bearsden Academy Assembly Hall, St Andrew's Way, Bearsden, G61 3AX.
The Community Grants Scheme is one of the ways that East Dunbartonshire Council provides funding to groups carrying out great work locally.
Applications are accepted during funding rounds which take place throughout the year. More than £94,000 was allocated to projects and organisations following the April 2024 window – using money designated by the Council from the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund.
The Grants Advisory Committee (GAC) plays a key role in the process, working to ensure that the funds available make the biggest difference possible to local communities. It is made up of volunteers from groups across East Dunbartonshire.
The AGM and Showcase will provide an opportunity to:
- Hear about some of the many success stories – highlighting the transformative effects which grants have had on local communities
- Network and facilitate connections between attendees and potential funding sources
- Meet GAC members and find out how to join.
To secure a place, please email communitygrants@eastdunbarton.gov.uk or call Community Planning on 0300 123 4510 by Monday 19 August 2024. For more info, visit the Community Grants Scheme webpage
I hope representatives of as many groups and organisations as possible are able to attend the Grants Advisory Committee AGM and Showcase. There will be short presentations from a diverse range of grant recipients – providing information and inspiration.
"It's a chance to network with volunteers working locally and to learn more about potential funding opportunities. You can also hear about the work of the committee and how you could play a pivotal role."
The Council’s Community Grants Scheme provides funding to organisations and groups which have a constitution, a bank account, are not for profit and aim to bring benefits to the residents of East Dunbartonshire.
Applications are assessed by the GAC, which makes recommendations for awards to the Community Planning Partnership (CPP) Board.
The CPP includes representatives of the Council, the Health and Social Care Partnership, Police Scotland, East Dunbartonshire Voluntary Action, the Leisure and Culture Trust, and other organisations providing public services locally.
