News Archive
19/11/2015
Childminders central to childcare ambitions
New training and induction programme to be introduced. Childminders will be central to the delivery of the Scottish Governments massive expansion of childcare in both nurseries and childminders, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said today as she announced plans for a new standard of best practice for the profession.Christmas Trees and Santa At Dunnet Forest
Yes its that time of year again. We will be holding Log Sales on Saturday 5th and 12th December 2015 from 10.00am - 1.00pm.18/11/2015
New closing date for local fund
The Tannach and District Community Fund is changing its deadlines in response to community feedback. The next deadline will be 31 December 2015 and then 30 June 2016.16/11/2015
Local community group bid to save towns Christmas lights
A volunteer for Thurso Town Improvements Association is trying to gee up some Christmas community spirit in aid of Thursos Christmas lights. Marion OBrien is encouraging residents in Thurso from shops, offices, bars , cafes and schools to get involved with the fundraiser.16/11/2015
Community Warden Clinic
Community Warden Clinic. Every Thursday.16/11/2015
Your Cash Your Caithness - chance to vote for local projects you would like to see receive funding
Following the initial bidding process 20 projects now have a chance to put their idea to the public vote. There is £30k on offer with applications totalling £46k.14/11/2015
Caithness Big Band Swings For Heart Support Group
LOOK OUT your dancing shoes!...the Caithness Big Band is swinging into town next week. The musicians are again playing for the Caithness Heart Support Group, at Mackays Hotel, Wick, and it promises to be quite a night.
14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - Galaxy Hot Chocolate Fund
Galaxy Hot Chocolate Fund. Max.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - Henry Duncan Awards 2016
Scottish Charities Can Apply Now for Henry Duncan Awards 2016. The Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland has opened the Henry Duncan Awards programme to applications from registered charities in Scotland.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - MacRobert Trust Grants Programme
MacRobert Trust Grants Programme. The MacRobert Trust, which makes grants to registered charities in the United Kingdom (but preference is given to registered charities in Scotland), has announced that the next application deadline is the 31st May 2016.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - Our Urban Shop Grant.
Plunkett Foundation - Our Urban Shop Grant. Max.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - The Architectural Heritage Fund
The Architectural Heritage Fund. The Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF), is a registered charity that promotes the conservation and regeneration of historic buildings in the UK and is open for applications.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - The Field Studies Council - Kids Fund
The Field Studies Council - Kids Fund The Field Studies Council, which is an independent educational charity committed to raising awareness about the natural world, has announced that the next closing date for applications to its Kids Fund is the 1st March 2016. The Council works through a network of 17 residential and day centres in the UK providing courses, outreach education, training and consultancy.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - The Cycle Friendly and Sustainable Communities Fund
The Cycle Friendly and Sustainable Communities Fund (Scotland). Communities can now apply for grants of up to £5,000 to deliver local cycling projects.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - CashBack for Communities Youth Work Fund
YouthLink Scotland CashBack for Communities Youth Work Fund The latest round of the Scottish Government's CashBack for Communities Youth Work Fund is now open for applications. The aim of the fund, which has £600,000 available in this round, is to build the capacity of young people and the youth work organisations who work to support them.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - Grants to Help New, Innovative Visual Arts Projects
The Elephant Trust: Grants to Help New, Innovative Visual Arts Projects. The Elephant Trust has announced that the next deadline for applications is the 18th January 2016.The Trust offers grants to artists and for new, innovative visual arts projects based in the UK.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - UK-German Connection Youth Challenge Fund
UK-German Connection Youth Challenge Fund. The next application deadline for the UK-German Connection Youth Challenge Fund is the 31st January 2016.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - Wellcome Trust - Arts Awards
Wellcome Trust - Arts Awards. The Wellcome Trust is inviting organisations and individuals to apply for funding through its Arts Awards.14/11/2015
Funding Opportunity - European Commission Funding to Promote Sporting Activities
European Commission Funding to Promote Sporting Activities The European Commission has issued a call for proposals through its Erasmus + Programme for Sport. A total of €27.4 million is available to fund sports projects in 2016.14/11/2015