CIF Small Grant

The Community Investment Fund (CIF) is a funding programme managed by Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn, designed to support local organisations in delivering services that benefit the Galson Estate community. Established to reinvest income generated from renewable energy projects, the CIF provides not only financial support but also offers tailored advice, training, guidance, and ongoing aftercare to help projects succeed and grow.

The fund is aimed at initiatives that align with the broader objectives of Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn. These objectives are to:

Develop skills and learning opportunities
Improve health and wellbeing
Relieve poverty and financial hardship
Protect and conserve the natural environment
Safeguard and celebrate local heritage and culture
Support the development of key industry sectors
Encourage active and inclusive community participation

We welcome applications from projects that can clearly demonstrate how they contribute to these aims and bring long-term value to our community.

Before applying for a CIF Small Grant, which is typically for awards of under £2,000, please ensure you have read the Terms & Conditions and accompanying guidance documents. We encourage you to contact the CIF team if you have any questions or would like to find out more before applying. To enquire about the Small Grant, please email cif@uogltd.com or call us on 01851 850 411.

Terms & Conditions

Guidance document

Governance document

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You should ensure that you submit your Small Grant application at least three months prior to the start of your project commencing.

You will be notified of the outcome of your applications within eight weeks.

This form should only be used if you are applying for the Small Grant/Grant Beaga which is typically around £2,000. Please read the associated guidance notes before completing this form. It is also recommended that you contact the UOG Community Investment team to discuss your project before applying. If you are applying for more than £2,000 then please contact the team about applying for a Development Grant/Grant Leasachaidh.