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The Lybster & Tannach Fund provides funding to support non-formal learning opportunities for individuals, groups and organisations within the Lybster and Tannach Community Council areas.
This page explains who can apply, what we fund, and how to submit an application.
Application Rounds for 2026
Round 1
- Applications close: Monday 2 February 2026
- Applicants notified: March 2026
Round 2
- Applications close: Monday 1 June 2026
- Applicants notified: July 2026
Round 3
- Applications close: Monday 5 October 2026
- Applicants notified: November 2026
Applicants will be notified once the assessment process and decision-making meeting have taken place. Notification times may vary slightly depending on meeting schedules.
Who Can Apply
You can apply to the Lybster & Tannach Fund if you are:
- An individual
- A community group
- A local organisation
Applicants must live in, or deliver activities within, the Lybster and Tannach Community Council areas.
What We Fund
We fund non-formal education and learning activities.
Non-formal learning is learning that takes place outside schools, colleges and formal qualification-based education. It is often practical, creative, informal and community-led.
Funded activities may include:
- Workshops and short courses
- Creative, arts and cultural activities
- Youth clubs and learning groups
- Skill-sharing and training opportunities
- Intergenerational and community-led learning activities
What We Do Not Fund
To help applicants decide whether their project is eligible, the Fund does not normally support:
- Formal education leading to qualifications
- Core running costs not linked to a learning activity
- Retrospective funding (activities that have already taken place)
- Activities that do not benefit the local community
- Projects delivered outside the Lybster and Tannach Community Council areas
How Much Funding Is Available
An annual allocation is available through the Lybster & Tannach Fund. Grant amounts and priorities may vary between funding rounds.
Details of available funding and any limits will be outlined in the application guidance.
How to Apply
To apply for funding, please:
- Download and read the Application Guidance
- Complete the Application Form
- Submit your application by the stated deadline
Applications must be received by the deadline to be considered.
Application Forms and Guidance
- Application Form group individual driving (PDF / Word)
- Application Guidance (PDF)
What Happens After You Apply
All applications are assessed against the Fund’s aims and criteria.
You may be contacted if further information is required.
All applicants will be notified of the outcome, whether successful or unsuccessful.
Need Help or Advice?
If you are unsure whether your idea fits the Fund, or if you need help completing the form, you are encouraged to get in touch before applying.
Please visit the Contact page for details on how to get in touch.
Our application deadlines are:
- First week in February
- First week in May
- First week in August
- First week in November
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Data Protection
As a fund we take your privacy seriously, we are committed to protecting it.Our Privacy Statement explains why and when we collect personal information about you. How this information is used. The conditions under which it may be disclosed to others and how we keep it securely. You can view our privacy statement below. Our Privacy Statement will be updated regularly so please check to ensure you’re aware of and are happy with any changes.
The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2000 gives members of the public the right to request any information we hold. This includes information received from third parties. If information is requested under the Freedom of Information Act we will release it , subject to exemptions. We may consult with you first. If you think that information you are providing to us may be exempt from release, you should let us know when you apply.