Our Case Studies

As the Glenkerie Windfarm Community Benefit Fund marked its tenth anniversary late in 2024, its impact on local village halls showed a clear commitment to rural community development.

The Kinglassie Old Folks Treat was established to address social isolation among the village's elderly population and maintain community connections.

The Heriot Primary School Community Garden Project showcases the value of the IVAR principles in community funding.

Founded in October 2019 as a social swimming group, Coldingham Brave Bayers is a registered Community Interest Company serving the Berwickshire coastal region.

Carrick Rugby Football Club, based in the communities of Girvan and Maybole, is a community-driven club dedicated to promoting health, wellbeing, and social inclusion through rugby.

Tweed Valley Mountain Rescue Team has been awarded funding to replace one of its ageing emergency response vehicles.

Dancers from the Romi Clarke Dance School got to represent Scotland with support from the Nadara Westfield Wind Farm Community Fund (Cardenden).

The Biggar and District Men's Shed (BDMS) has breathed new life into a disused primary school and for men in the community with funding from the Nadara Glenkerie Wind Farm Community Fund.

The Westfield Wind Farm Education and Training Fund in Kinglassie is supporting local resident Kenny to pursue his dream career.

Westfield Wind Farm Education and Training Fund in Kinglassie awards higher education bursary

Borders Forest Trust received funding from Langhope Rig Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund for conservation projects in the Scottish Borders.

The Ettrick and Yarrow Community Development Company supports environmental and conversation projects within the local area.