Our Grants

Providing the people of Neilston with a unique and exciting opportunity

Who can apply?

Funding will mainly be made to constituted community organisations (i.e. ones which have a constitution, a Chair and Treasurer) and social enterprises. However, at the discretion of the Legacy Board there will be provision for awards to unconstituted local action or interest groups which can evidence strong local support.

When and how do we apply?

Since NWL was launched, the Voluntary Board of Trustees has distributed £495,081 in the form of grants from the Legacy Fund for 51 projects run by 26 local community groups and voluntary organisations. 

The Board has now paused the acceptance of new grant applications until the end of the 2025/26 financial year. During this break we will be refreshing the NWL website, reviewing our policies and procedures and looking for 2-3 new Trustees to fill current and future openings on the Board. 

We plan to re-open the Fund for new Grant Applications in April 2026, when a new Application Form and revised Guidance Notes will be posted on our website. In the interim any general queries should be sent to info@neilstonlegacy.org 

How much can we apply for?

The total amount available for distribution to the community in Year 1 was up to £100,000. In future years the amounts will vary but will probably be less. You can apply for grants appropriate to the size of your project, but you must show on the application form details of costings and how these have been reached.

Your application will be acknowledged within one week of receipt. An appraisal will be carried out by a panel of the Board within one month of receipt. Decisions will be made monthly for small grant applications. Larger projects will require one to three months before a final decision can be made.

What types of projects can be given funding?

You can apply for funding for projects and initiatives that fit with one or more of NWL’s agreed Charitable Objectives.

Our Charitable Objectives are as follows:

  • Caring for Neilston’s buildings, heritage and general environment.
  • Supporting Neilston’s people and enhancing their lives, including special support for those with limited mobility, sensory impairment and other disabilities.
  • Promoting measures to enhance security, public safety, and the prevention of crime.
  • Enhancing educational, cultural, artistic and leisure opportunities available for the community.
  • Developing employment opportunities by promoting skills training and by supporting trade and industry to create sustainable development and regeneration.

Download Icon for PDF filesA full list of our Charitable Objectives is registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).