Banff and Buchan groups can apply for support from Crown Estate Coastal Communities Fund
A local authority is seeking applications from groups for a share of money from the Crown Estate Coastal Communities Fund.
A proportion of the income generated by Crown Estate Scotland is allocated annually to coastal local authorities including Aberdeenshire Council.
Organisations from the Banff and Buchan area have been encouraged to apply.
An Aberdeenshire Council spokesman said: “Grants are available for up to 90 per cent of project cost with a minimum of £1000 and a maximum of £25,000.
“Applications may come from groups or organisations representing communities of interest as well as of place - for example wildlife or environmental, arts or wellbeing groups - and should reflect the different needs and requirements of each ‘Place’ and support activities that contribute to Aberdeenshire Council’s place and wellbeing outcomes.”
Project examples include those that:
• Help people to develop skills related to coastal or seafaring pursuits, activities or enterprises such as sailing, fishing or boatbuilding.
• Celebrate the heritage of coastal and seagoing communities of place and interest including coastal or fishing village or township, historic boatbuilding or relevant clubs or organisations.
• Improve access to coastal areas such as paths and viewpoints or which improve the coastal environment.
• Improve community-controlled infrastructure such as harbours, boathouses and buildings.
Visit the Aberdeenshire Council website for more information and details on how to apply.
