90% LEADER funding available for partnership projects

For a limited time only, the Highland LEADER Programme is offering higher rates of funding for joint projects between LEADER supported groups within the UK and beyond.

The £345,000 available under the LEADER Action 2 initiative can offer up to 90% of funding for international projects and up to 75% for UK joint projects. 

Cooperation is a key theme under the Highland LEADER Programme encouraging community groups/partnerships to undertake joint projects with other LEADER groups within the UK or internationally.  All Action 2 projects must involve joint activity with an identified Partner and deliver shared outcomes and community benefits for both areas.  All projects must be completed within two years of approval.

Action 2 Cooperation projects must fit with some of the strategic priorities set by the Highland LEADER Programme:

• Development planning and community capacity building
• Culture & Heritage
• Training & Learning Opportunities
• Access to Facilities & Services
• Land, Environment & Access to Countryside
• Renewables
• Tourism
• Social enterprise & micro businesses

The Highland LEADER Programme is an EU and Scottish Government funded Programme which aims to deliver sustainable economic development within rural areas whilst providing an opportunity for communities to pilot new/different ideas. 

If you have an Action 2 project idea, please contact Fiona Daschofsky on 01463 702163 or e-mail fiona.daschofsky@highland.gov.uk.  Alternatively please download and complete an enquiry form from http://www.highlandleader.com/funding