Funding boost for Local Communities with Scotwest

Community groups across the Uddingston & Bellshill Constituency can now apply for an cash injection - thanks to a new North Lanarkshire wide community fund.

The Make a Difference fund has been launched by Scotwest credit union and allows small groups to apply for grants of up to £250.

This is a fantastic iniative and with many voluntary organisations relying on handouts and members dipping into their own pockets, any financial boost to help keep them delivering in the community is a bonus. This initiative is warmly welcomed at a time when businesses are making difficult decisions in tough trading conditions.

As Scotland’s biggest credit union, Scotwest has 5000 members across North Lanarkshire and any member can apply for support for any community based activity – such as a football team needing a new kit.

Any organisation who wants to apply for the grant should go to their website to download a form. Scotwest welcome all applications, as long as they have a personal connection to the cause they are looking to support.