Submissions open for Ballantrae Education and Training Fund (UK)

The Ballantrae Education and Training Fund aims to improve the opportunities and livelihoods of people living in the area.

Courses leading to formal or recognised qualifications will be favoured, however other courses will also be considered where the applicant can demonstrate how the skills and knowledge gained will realistically support them in securing a job, retaining a job or in setting up their own business. Industries which will benefit job retention in the areas of hospitality, construction transport/logistics, motor maintenance, tourism, forestry and timber technologies, rural development, agriculture (including crofting), environmental conservation, health and social care benefiting the local community will be be prioritised.

Funding Information

• The maximum award is:
  • First time applicants: up to £1,000
  • Second time applicants: up to £750
  • Any further applications: up to £500 per year.

Eligible Activities

• What can you apply for:
  • Awards can cover costs that are directly related to attending your course or apprenticeship, including:
    • Course fees, where these costs cannot be waived or funded through another means
    • Study aids and equipment e.g laptops, software, stationery – up to £500
    • Technical aids/equipment e.g.specialist clothing relating to the course, tools, other specialist equipment – up to £500
    • Travel e.g.bus, train or petrol
    • Accommodation costs
    • Support towards costs relating to sitting a driving test up to £300
    • Support towards advanced driving course for rural driving only up to £300.

Ineligible Activities

• You cannot apply for funding for any costs incurred before a decision has been made on your application (retrospective funding).
• They will not fund training or equipment that your employer should provide for you or necessary for you to carry out your current job.
• Apprentices can apply for costs that cannot be claimed back from their employer or another source.

Eligibility Criteria

• The fund is open to individuals aged 18 or over and living in the Community Council area of Ballantrae, however priority will given to people between the age of 18 years and 25 years.
• Your application be for the purpose of increasing your employment potential.
• Apprentices can apply for costs that cannot be claimed back from their employer or another source.

For more information, visit Foundation Scotland.