North-east groups benefit from £25k airport fund
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The ABZ Propeller Fund by Aberdeen International Airport has helped 19 organisations share in £25,000 of funding this year.
Relaunched in 2022, the fund is open to groups, charities and organisations with links to education, sustainability and economic regeneration.
Projects funded this year include a new polytunnel for The Seed Box Ltd, Wendy house for St Devenick’s Playgroup, music equipment for Turriff Silver Band and utensils for the Garioch Community Kitchen.
Bruce Watson, chairman of the ABZ Propeller Fund at Aberdeen International Airport, said: “This is the second full year of the ABZ Propeller Fund and I’m pleased to report nearly 40 organisations have shared £50,000 during this time.
“Our fund is highly competitive but still a fantastic way for organisations to get financial support to get their projects off the ground.
“I want to thank the fund’s committee members for all their continued hard work and I look forward to seeing how many of the projects we have supported progress in the future.”
Members of the ABZ Propeller Fund committee include airport staff, as well as representatives from the local authorities and Scottish Parliament.
Jackie Dunbar, Aberdeen Donside MSP and member of the ABZ Propeller Fund said: “ABZ Propeller Fund grants can make a big impact to communities so I would encourage organisations and groups to apply for the next round of funding.
“There is always so many good worthy causes who apply so we really do try and make the funds go as far as possible which can be a real challenge – but it is a privilege to be a part of that process.”
The search is now open for applicants for 2024 with the committee meeting four times a year.
Any organisation looking to submit an application is asked to carefully read the ABZ Propeller Fund guidelines.
Visit Aberdeen Airport Propeller Fund | Aberdeen Airport for more information.
The Successful Organisations in 2023 were:
St Devenicks Playgroup, St Devenicks Playgroup's new Wendy house - £1500.
The Seed Box Ltd, New polytunnel, shelving and heating at its Banchory site - £2500.
Mastrick Community Centre, Mastrick Community Café - £600.
The Haven in Stonehaven, Hey what’s cooking - free cookery classes to reduce food waste - £1481.90.
Bethany Christian Trust, Toastie Club Bee Project - £1200.
Friends of Stonehaven Open Air Swimming Pool, Replacement of poolside windows and front doors of Stonehaven Open Air Swimming Pool - £2336.
Aberdeen FC Community Trust, Education and Positive Destinations - £500.
Miscarriage Services, Memory box project - £1000.
Turriff Silver Band, Youth/all ability music and equipment - £1250.
Garioch Community Kitchen, Equipment for kitchen - £500.
Cash For Kids, Coats For Kids - £1500.
Belhelvie Community Trust, Potterton Volunteers Community Park - £1150.
Bucksburn Academy - F24 Club, Bucksburn Academy F24 car data logging and speed controller upgrade - £400.
865 (Portlethen) Squadron Air Cadets, Mobile flight simulator - £2300.
Aberdeen Science Centre, Sensory space at Aberdeen Science Centre - £3500.
Flexible Childcare Services Scotland SCIO, Cummings Park Nursery Garden - £2000.
We Too!, Donation - £500.
Kayleigh’s Wee Stars, Donation - £500.
Abernecessities, Donation - £500.
The ABZ Propeller Fund, previously known as the Community Trust/Fund was established to ensure local communities share in the success of Aberdeen International Airport.
It provides financial support to community groups and charities that are committed to improving the opportunities, facilities and services available to local people. It also supports volunteering and fundraising by airport staff.
The ABZ Propeller Fund is competitive, and each application is considered on its individual merit.
