SSE has launched a £250,000 fund to benefit community groups around the Hunterston offshore turbine test facility in North Ayrshire.
The Hunterston community fund has an annual value of £50,000 for charitable and community projects in Cumbrae, Fairlie, Largs and West Kilbride. Over the 5 year lifespan of the project, £250,000 will be invested in local projects in the beneficiary area. The fund will be shared equally between the four community council areas.
The purpose of the fund is to support activities that will enhance quality of life and promote people’s well-being; promote community spirit and bring people together; and, foster vibrant, sustainable communities. Projects focussing on skills development and training, social enterprise, amenity, educational, charitable or environmental purposes will be welcomed.
Ciara Wilson, SSE Community Investment Advisor, said: “We are delighted to announce the launch of the Hunterston Community fund and look forward to helping local projects realise their ambitions. Over the lifetime of the project, the fund has the potential to provide real benefits to the community.”
The Hunterston facility will be Scotland’s first offshore turbine test site. Up to three prototype turbines will be tested for five years with turbine erection planned for September this year.
For more information on how to apply in your area please visit: www.sse.com/community/funds/hunterston