Here are some of the events that have taken place in our communities recently and the projects that have been funded by the Cairn Community Fund. Let us know what’s been happening in your area or, if you’re looking for some inspiration, browse through these projects and make your own application to the Cairn Community Fund.
Update April 2020: We have relaxed our funding criteria to support grassroots community projects that are supporting those most affected by the coronavirus crisis.
Art for Wellbeing
Residents at Gilmour Court created memory books, candle holders, paintings and jewellery, which culminated in an exhibition.
Blythswood Care Highland Foodbank
Highland Foodbank are responding to the Covid-19 pandemic by delivering food parcels to those who are vulnerable in their local region.
Broughty Ferry Foodbank
We awarded £400 to Broughty Ferry Foodbank, a new foodbank set up to support households in the Dundee area during the Covid-19 pandemic. So far the foodbank has organised and delivered over 200 parcels to vulnerable people who are shielding.
Cairn Cup
An annual football tournament, with primary school teams from across Inverness competing against each other.
Community Allotments
Blackthorn Allotments Association have created community allotments for residents in Culduthel in Inverness to enjoy.
Community Wellbeing Choir
The Community Wellbeing Choir encourages people of all abilities and ages to sing, have fun and get together with other people.
Crafts at the Court
An old room was turned into an arts and craft space where residents at Frank Jack Court could come together and learn new skills. Since then the group have used their skills to support local organisations.
Dalneigh Girls FC
The club have bought new equipment in the form of bibs and kit. It will also help towards holding an extra weekly training session.
Dress for Success
This organisation provides clothing for unemployed women from low incomes to wear to job interviews and the beginning of new jobs.
Empty Kitchens, Full Hearts
Falls of Shin
Tenants at Scotsburn Court enjoyed a day out at Falls of Shin to see the salmon leap, helping to tackle social isolation.
Fit for Life
Residents at Glentanar Court took part in a series of workshops including Tai Chi, IT skills, local history, budgeting and art.
Greenspace Trust
A rooftop garden was created at Madelvic Square in Granton. Workshops to educate residents took place as well as a tea party.
In-Spire: Inverness Cathedral
Inverness Family Fun Day
Our annual family fun day held at the Aquadome in Inverness continued to be a success in 2018 with dozens of children and family enjoying themselves.
Inverness Music Festival
Joy Through Live Music
Music in Hospitals & Care visited three of our schemes for older people in Fife to spread joy through live music.
Let’s Read Together
Larbert East Church of Scotland brought two generations together to produce an illustrated booklet that was celebrated at a community picnic.
Meals on Wheels
Volunteer run and led project which delivers freshly cooked meals from local caterers to elderly people in the Black Isle.
Mosaic Project
A welcome sign for the entrance of Drumchapel Women’s Aid was made, with the women learning new skills and creating a sense of community.
North Murchison Allotments
Vacant land in Wick was used to create community allotments. There is also a garden for everyone in the area to come and enjoy.
Outdoor Activities
Lambhill Stables in Glasgow delivered a series of outdoor activities to young people in the area, including canoeing, cycling and fishing.
Photography Project
A local photographer worked with tenants at Devlin Court to visit places of local interest, including the Kelpies and Stirling Castle.
Pots of Kindness
Pots of Kindness, a community initiative run by Stirling's Ladies of The Rock have secured an award of £500 to continue their work during the Covid-19 pandemic. Over 700 locals have worked on the project, delivering over 230 pots of soup to elderly and vulnerable residents in the local area.
Rokzkool
Rokzskool run music workshops and activities to children, which aim to entertain and stimulate, while reinforcing positive social skills.
The Go Between
Classes and drop-ins are available to help local residents write CVs, find jobs and improve their employability and IT skills.
The Hive
A drop-in centre for people aged 17 and above struggling with their mental health in Inverness and the surrounding area.
The Meeting Place
IT and digital inclusion is provided for young people adults with learning difficulties and autism in Inverness and Strathspey.
Thurso Community Cafe
Thurso Community Cafe was awarded £600 to support their cafe which now delivers food boxes, soup and sandwiches to those who are vulnerable or facing financial hardship as a result of the Covid19 pandemic.
Wing Tsjun Scotland
Self-defence classes, street wise lectures and mobility games for toddlers are all held at the Hilton Community Centre in Inverness.
