Programme
Pounds for Purpose
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If you have an idea to create positive change in Scotland, Pounds for Purpose can help cover the costs of up to £500.
The scheme can also provide one-to-one support if you decide to turn your idea into a social enterprise.
The scheme can also provide one-to-one support if you decide to turn your idea into a social enterprise.
Eligibility requirements
Applications must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- The applicant is aged 16 to 26
- The applicant is a permanent resident of Scotland
- The idea operates primarily for the benefit of people or communities in Scotland
- The idea and its activities do not involve political campaigning or the advancement of religion
- The project is not already up and running
- The applicant is developing the project independently or with the help of a small team of individuals and is not applying on behalf of a pre-existing, established organisation. This means we cannot fund college/university projects
- The applicant is able to spend the award budget and report on the project within six months.
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