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Go For It Fund Directory of Funded Projects

2015

Projects are listed alphabetically by name, within each Church of Scotland Presbytery area.

Key to Criteria: A – meeting identified needs in the community; B – nurturing Christian faith within and beyond the church; C – tackling poverty and/or social injustice; D – developing new ecclesial/Christian communities; E – creating work which is genuinely innovative and shares good practice with others

Funded Projects

Further Information

Criteria being Met

Priority Area Congregations

1. EDINBURGH A B C D E Priority Area?

Barclay Viewforth Church Main Grant – 2011-2013 Employing an Emerging Church Facilitator to develop fresh expressions of church in the Tollcross area, for people who do not normally attend church.

http://www.barclayviewforth.org.uk/index.php

Y Y Y Y

Carrick Knowe Parish Church – In It Together Research Grant – 2011 Pilot Grant – 2013 Step Grant - 2015 Providing affordable family activities for those with young children: Cooking Classes, Community Gardening, Dinner & Movie Nights and Arts & Crafts.

http://www.ckchurch.org.uk/home

Y Y Y Y

Drylaw Parish Church – Body and Soul Pilot Grant – 2015 Adapting to changing lifestyles by providing accessible and participative themed worship for all ages from 5pm to 7pm every Sunday, beginning with a shared meal.

http://e-voice.org.uk/drylawparishchurch/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009225316457&fref=ts

Y Y Y Y

Duddingston Kirk Glebe Project Main Grant – 2015-2017

Y Y Y Y

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Developing a peaceful and welcoming outdoor space where people can find a listening ear, experience God through creative arts, and grow organic produce.

http://www.duddingstonkirk.co.uk/

Genesis Project Pilot Grant - 2007 Main Grant – 2014-2016 Developing detached outreach work in the schools and community (e.g. Clubs and listening service) to build relationships and support isolated, low income families.

http://www.kirkliston-parish-church.org.uk/

Y Y Y

Liberton/Kaimes Lockhart Memorial Main Grant -2009-2011 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Employing a Family Support Worker to offer friendship, encouragement and support to local families, irrespective of their faith or church connection.

http://www.klmchurch.org.uk/index.html

Y Y Y Y Y

Muirhouse Centipede Project Research Grant - 2011 Pilot Grant – 2012 Main Grant – 2013-2015 Delivering creative, community-led, artist facilitated activities. Particularly aiming to reach people with mental health issues and the long term unemployed.

http://www.stampc.co.uk/home/centipede-project

Y Y Y Y

Nitekirk Step Grant – 2013 Main Grant - 2014 Providing themed monthly worship events in a city centre based church; offering visitors a creative, reflective evening, with music, art and poetry.

http://nitekirk.org/

Y Y Y Y

The Acorn Project Main Grant – 2014–2016 Employing a Project Worker to provide alternative Worship opportunities for under 40s, including Messy Church, Contemplative Services and Discussion Groups.

http://balernochurch.org.uk/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

Y Y Y

The Aidan Project Y Y Y

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Research Grant – 2009 Pilot Grant – 2013 Main Grant – 2014–2016 Developing relationships with the young people using the local skatepark; offering advice on issues they’re facing, and providing indoor activities in bad weather.

http://www.ssapc.org.uk/

The Early Service Step Grant – 2014 Employing a Family and Children’s Worker to build relationships with families, through a modern Worship Service, and by linking up with local children’s groups.

http://marchmontstgiles.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y

The FAST (Future at St Andrew’s) Project Pilot Grant - 2009 Main Grant – 2014-2016 Addressing social isolation by employing a Community Development Officer, and offering Support Groups on child care, active play, healthy living and budgeting.

http://www.edinburghstandrewsclermiston.org.uk/index.html

Y Y Y

The Tent Project Pilot Grant – 2015 Providing a week of outdoor activities for local children, teenagers and older people, and introducing those who attend to regular local church events.

http://www.stdavidsbroomhouse.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/

Y Y Y

2. West Lothian

Go For It is not funding any projects in the West Lothian area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

3. Lothian A B C D E Priority Area?

Dunbar Area Christian Youth Project Main Grant – 2006 - 2009 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Employing a Youth Worker who is involved in: teaching RME in schools, leading SU Groups and Holiday Clubs; developing mentoring and paired reading initiatives.

https://prezi.com/8c_q2owp9cps/dunbar-area-christian-youth-project/

Y Y Y

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Dunglass Messy Church Main Grant – 2011-2013 Developing a “Messy Church” - offering a new way of ‘being Church’ through providing worship, crafts and a meal for adults and children to enjoy together.

http://www.dunglassparish.org/Dunglass_Parish_Church/Messy_church.html

Y Y

Penicuik South Church, Christians Against Poverty Research Grant – 2009 Pilot Grant - 2011 Main Grant – 2012-2014 Providing a free debt counselling service and one to one support; helping each client become debt free.

http://www.penicuiksouthchurch.org.uk/home

Y Y Y Y

Unlocking Community Assets, Loanhead Pilot Grant – 2015 Supporting individuals in the local area to recognise their strengths; then helping them identify how to use these to support others and build a caring community.

http://www.loanheadparishchurch.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/LoanheadParishChurch

Y Y Y

4. Melrose and Peebles A B C D E Priority Area?

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Melrose and Peebles area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

5. Duns A B C D E Priority Area?

Coming Up for Air – Breathing spaces for busy people Pilot Grant – 2013 Step Grants – 2014 and 2015 Using creative workshops and reflective spaces to enhance emotional and spiritual wellbeing, and reduce stress, among local people who are busy or unwell.

https://cu4air.wordpress.com/

Y Y Y

Gateways Research Grant – 2009 Main Grant – 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Providing an alternative for those who find traditional church irrelevant/inaccessible. Primarily working with

http://onlineborders.org.uk/community/dunspresbytery/hutton-parish-church https://www.facebook.com/groups/177075342340106/

Y Y Y

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families within the Parish.

6. Jedburgh

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Jedburgh area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

7. Annandale and Eskdale A B C D E Priority Area?

Kate’s Kitchen Main Grant – 2013-2015 Working with vulnerable local people who are homeless or on low incomes; serving hot, healthy meals, talking through their problems and signposting to services.

http://www.annanoldparishchurch.co.uk/groups/other-groups/kates-kitchen/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kates-Kitchen/1546946562234709

Y Y Y

8. Dumfries and Kirkcudbright A B C D E Priority Area?

Abernethy Barcaple Watersports Facility Main Grant – 2015 Constructing a facility offering young people beginner’s sessions in canoeing, kayaking and raft building. Also using Creation as a starting point for faith discussions.

http://www.abernethy.org.uk/our-centres/barcaple/watersports-lochan/

Y Y Y Y Y

Dumfries Body Mind & Spirit Main Grant – 2012-2014 Providing opportunities for people of all ages to participate in a variety of healthy living activities, by offering classes in sport, cookery, gardening etc.

http://www.saint-georges.org.uk/index.html

Y Y Y Y

9. Wigtown and Stranraer A B C D E Priority Area?

Monigaff Reach Out Pilot Grant – 2014 Providing a contemporary, all age, afternoon worship service in the local Primary School, for young people and families unable to attend Sunday morning services.

http://kirkmabreckandmonigaff.org.uk/Afternoon-Church.php https://www.facebook.com/monigaffparishchurch

Y Y Y

10. Ayr A B C D E Priority Area?

Newton Youth Ministries (Room Sixty) Main Grant – 2012-2014

Y Y Y

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Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Providing activities to help young people reach their full potential, including Dynamic Youth Award, School Lunch Clubs, youth ministry, mentoring, residentials etc.

http://www.newtonwallacetown.co.uk/room-sixty.html

The Ayr Ark Main Grant – 2012-2014 Providing an alcohol-free Youth nightclub, engaging with young people on the streets and through weekend events, and working in partnership with local schools.

http://www.ayrark.co.uk

Y Y Y Y

11. Irvine & Kilmarnock A B C D E Priority Area?

Acoustic Café Life Main Grant – 2013-2015 Employing: a Youth Worker, to develop an Acoustic Youth Café, and a Family Worker, to develop worship activities for families in the Parish with no previous connection to, or experience of, church life.

http://www.new-laigh-kirk.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y

East Ayrshire Churches Homeless Action (EACH) Main Grant - 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Working with people experiencing homelessness, offering befriending, hygiene and toy packs, Christmas food parcels and a weekly Drop-In advice service.

http://www.eacha.co.uk/

Y Y Y Y

Fullarton Youth and Community Project (YaC) Main Grant – 2009-2011 Continuation Grant – 2012-2013 Providing sport focussed detached youth work, youth leadership training courses and supporting young people in finding employment. Also working with the Council to provide a Play Scheme and weekly disco.

http://www.fullartonchurch.co.uk/content/groups-children-youth/ https://www.facebook.com/FullartonYaC

Y Y Y

The Howard Centre – Craftzone Main Grant – 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Providing craft activities for all ages, and Messy Church.

http://www.howardcentre.org/craftzone/

Y Y Y

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Conversations during the crafts deepen relationships between children and carers, and adults and staff.

12. Ardrossan A B C D E Priority Area?

ASFACT (Ardeer Stevenson Faith & Community Together) Main Grant - 2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Providing weekly Drop-In Clubs to support isolated people, allowing them to meet others, learn new life skills, and receive advice on local support services.

http://asfact.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y Y

13. Lanark A B C D E Priority Area?

Clydesdale Christian Youth Trust (2cytrust) Main Grant – 2015-2017 Developing new ways for the local church to engage with young people, particularly by establishing activities in schools e.g. SU Groups, Chaplaincy, Youth Alpha, etc.

http://2cytrust.com/

Y Y Y

Forth Community Project Main Grant – 2014-2016 Providing childcare, youth activities and a Foodbank to support local families on low incomes. Also offering volunteering opportunities to support the unemployed.

http://www.forthstpauls.com/index.html

Y Y Y

Hear for You Main Grant -2012-2014 Providing counselling (on an individual and group basis) for the families and friends of suicide victims, and for individuals at risk of suicide, in the Clydesdale area.

http://lanark-stnicholas.co.uk/organisations.php

Y Y Y Y

14. Greenock and Paisley A B C D E Priority Area?

Greenock Supporting Parents Project Main Grant – 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Nurturing parenting skills by providing training courses, listening sessions and a Parents Forum, as well as a weekly drop-in facility with information and resources.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Supporting-Parents-Greenock/401701976593243

Y Y Y Y

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St Mark’s Church of Scotland Main Grant – 2014-2016 Supporting local people who feel an affinity to their local church, but have no live faith. Providing age specific Groups, with social time and Christian teaching.

http://www.stmarksoldhall.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y Y

16. Glasgow A B C D E Priority Area?

3D Drumchapel Main Grant – 2015-2017 Providing activities, events and Workshops to support local families; improving parent/child relations as well as increasing parenting skills and children’s confidence.

http://www.3ddrumchapel.org.uk/

Y Y Y

Carnwadric Parish Church WIN Project Main Grant – 2012-2014 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Employing two part-time Creative Arts Workers to provide weekly activities; increasing the confidence of vulnerable young people as they discover their talents.

http://www.originscotland.org/3/directory/detail.php?id=1395

Y Y Y

Castlemilk Carpenter’s Workshop Main Grant – 2015-2017 Developing a social enterprise, producing bespoke furniture. Providing opportunities for unemployed adults to gain work experience and woodwork skills.

http://www.castlemilkparishchurch.btck.co.uk/WoodworkProject

Y Y Y

Church House Integrated Children & Family Support Centre

Main Grant – 2014-2016 Supporting vulnerable: young people, families and individuals; by providing classes, Groups, activities and community events, to increase skills and confidence.

http://www.churchhouse.plus.com/Home.html

Y Y Y Y

Colston Milton Arts Project Main Grant – 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Providing film and music workshops for young people, as well as within a drug and alcohol Drop-In Centre; making films of community life, running a community choir, and organising events in their community café.

http://miltonartsproject.com/

Y Y Y Y Y Y

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Creative Connections for Young Mums Pilot Grant – 2014 Providing a safe place for mums under 20 years old to meet, together with their babies, and learn story based skills they can use to interact creatively with their child.

http://www.thevillageonline.org.uk/index.htm

Y Y Y Y

Finn’s Place: Wellbeing at Langside Main Grant – 2013-2015 Training Grant - 2015 Providing wellbeing activities in the church and community, in particular for people who are isolated/unwell/unemployed; asylum seekers/refugees.

http://www.finnsplace.org/

Y Y Y Y

Flemington Hallside Youth Project Main Grant – 2013-2015 Providing youthwork in church (e.g. clubs, residentials), schools (e.g. Assemblies, R.M.E. classes) and community (detached youthwork, street hospitality).

http://www.fh.churchgoers.co.uk/index.htm

Y Y Y Y

Greenbank Parish Church Community Choir Pilot Grant – 2015 Providing a weekly Community Choir to reduce stress and isolation, and increase confidence and wellbeing, among people of all ages in the local area.

http://www.greenbankglasgow.org.uk/1.html

Y Y Y Y Y

Mearns Kirk – Caring for the Community Main Grant – 2013-2015 Employing a part-time Project Co-ordinator to support three community caring projects: Dementia Lunch Club, Friendship Club and Bereavement Support Group.

http://www.mearnsparishkirk.co.uk/index.html

Y Y

PEEK (Possibilities for Each and Every Kid) Peer Education

Main Grant – 2012-2014 Continuation Grant – 2015-2016 Training young people (aged 12-25) to deliver a programme of creative activities to educate their peers about a chosen issue affecting their local community.

http://www.peekproject.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y

Pollokshaws Parish Church https://www.facebook.com/pollokshawsparishchur Y Y Y

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Main Grant – 2009-2011 Continuation Grant – 2012-2013 Employing a Community Development Worker to oversee the Pollokshaws Community Project, which provides adult learning and community social events.

ch?fref=ts http://www.glasgowslearning.org.uk/learners/local_learning_provider_search/327_pollokshaws-adult-literacy-and-numeracy-project

Ruchazie Parish Church Open Space Café Pilot Grant – 2015 Developing new services in the church community café, including: IT Centre, Job Seeker support, lunch club for older people, social events & a Spiritual Growth Group.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npTwKqvGhRo http://www.northeastglasgow.co.uk/community/religious_org/church_ruchazie.html

Y Y Y Y

Source Main Grant – 2012-2014 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Engaging with spiritual seekers through local events, offering relevant follow up options & developing a fresh expression of church; training others to do similar work.

http://www.whiteinchchurch.org/work/community-of-healing-and-renewal/source/

Y Y Y Y Y

St Matthew’s Centre – The Place Main Grant – 2012-2014 Training volunteers who will mentor ex-offenders on their release from prison, and aid their reintegration into the local community.

https://www.facebook.com/possilparkparishchurch

Y Y Y Y

St Paul’s Youth Forum, Blackhill’s Changing Health Main Grant – 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Enabling local young people to lead healthier lives, by providing weekly: physical activity sessions and cookery classes. Also visiting schools and doing detached work.

www.stpaulsyouthforum.co.uk www.boltfm.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/stpauls.youthforum

Y Y Y Y

St Rollox Community Outreach Main Grant – 2014-2016 Supporting those who are isolated and on low incomes, from single parents to Asylum Seekers. Providing a Food Co-op, Charity Shop, Citizens Advice Surgery, etc.

http://www.strollox.co.uk/about-us/for-i-was-stranger-you-welcomed-me-in/

Y Y Y Y

theGKexperience Y Y Y Y

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Pilot Grant - 2012 Main Grant – 2013-2015 Training Grant - 2014 Working with young people from the very poorest areas in Scotland (before, during and after residential experiences) helping them reach their full potential.

For more information, please contact: Alex Bauer E-mail: alex.bauer@thegkexperience.org.uk

The Creative Word: Good News in a Visual Age Pilot Grant – 2014 Employing an artist one day a week to develop contemporary creative displays in the church sanctuary, to help people engage with the Gospel in new ways.

https://www.facebook.com/stgeorgestroncofs

Y Y Y

The Croft at St Enoch’s Hogganfield Main Grant – 2014-2016 Assisting visitors to HMP Barlinnie; explaining prison procedures, making referrals to support organisations and providing emotional support.

http://croftglasgow.org/

Y Y Y

The Well Multi-Cultural Advice Centre Main Grant – 2013-2015 Training Grant – 2014 & 2015 Providing information, advice and support in relation to benefits, housing, immigration, etc, for local people from different faith and cultural backgrounds.

http://thewell.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y Y

Tron St Mary’s Family Support Service Main Grant –2012-2014 Employing a Family Support Worker to establish a mentoring programme to help people develop life skills and obtain advice. Also arranging social gatherings.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tron-St-Marys-Church/360006367375589

Y Y Y

Wallacewell New Charge Development Main Grant – 2013-2015 Employing a Youthworker to develop detached youthwork and build community activism, and a School/Community Liaison Officer to develop activities for vulnerable children, to increase their self-esteem.

https://www.facebook.com/WallacewellNcd

Y Y Y Y Y

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17. Hamilton A B C D E Priority Area?

Airdrie Foodbank Step Grant – 2014 Providing emergency food supplies, light snacks and recipe cards for low cost meals, as well as a Drop In Centre offering practical advice on debt and welfare.

http://airdrie.foodbank.org.uk/

Y Y Y

Befriend Motherwell Pilot Grant - 2011 Main Grant – 2013-2015 Training Befrienders, who visit isolated older people identified by clergy and Social Work Services, and invite them to attend church services and social events.

http://www.dalzielstandrews.org.uk/befriendmotherwell/

Y Y Y

Gowkthrapple Project Main Grant – 2013-2015 Employing a Community Worker to provide practical help for families in an area of multiple deprivation by setting up groups and providing support and advice.

http://gctogether.btck.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/GCTogether/141501249382238?sk=timeline

Y Y Y

Larkhall Chalmers Children and Family Work Main Grant – 2015-2017 Tackling poverty through a “Grow, Cook, Eat” Group, helping children reach their potential through an After School Club & developing faith through Messy Church.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chalmers-Parish-Church-of-Scotland/619032764793962

Y Y Y Y Y

New Connections Project Main Grant – 2013-2015 Employing a Project Worker to bring local churches and community groups together, and help them build on their strengths to develop new community initiatives.

http://www.presbyteryofhamilton.co.uk/home

Y Y Y Y

Wishaw Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Debt Centre Pilot Grant - 2012 Main Grant – 2014-2016 Providing a free debt counselling service and one to one support; working with each client until they become debt free, and teaching budgeting skills.

http://www.coltness-memorial.org.uk/Coltness_Memorial_Church/CAP.html

Y Y Y

18. Dumbarton A B C D E Priority Area?

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Craigrownie Youth & Family Outreach Research Grant – 2014 Researching the best way to engage young people and families who are currently disinterested in church; determining local needs and reflecting on findings.

http://www.facebook.com/CraigrownieParishChurch

Y

Y

Y

19. Argyll A B C D E Priority Area?

Pass It On Project, United Church of Bute Research Grant – 2013 Employing a Researcher to conduct an audit of the local services available to those experiencing poverty, identifying gaps and potential partnership working.

http://www.unitedchurchofbute.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y

22. Falkirk A B C D E Priority Area?

Avenue Youth Project Main Grant – 2013-2015 Providing various activities to increase young people’s confidence and social skills; offering volunteering opportunities and spaces to explore Christianity.

http://www.avenueproject.org.uk/home

Y Y Y Y Y

Camelon Connect Research Grant – 2015 Researching local needs in relation to tackling poverty, and identifying gaps where the church could work with local agencies to launch new support services/ministry.

http://www.camelonparishchurch.org.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/camelonparish?fref=ts

Y Y Y

Larbert Churches Youth Trust Main Grant – 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Employing an additional Worker to: develop Christian School Groups, participate in RME classes and school residentials, provide a Drop-In and assist P7 transition.

http://www.larberteastchurch.com/www/index.php/churches-together/youth-trust

Y Y

Points North Cumbernauld Main Grant – 2011-2013 Training Grant – 2012 Developing a “Messy Church” - offering a new way of ‘being Church’ through providing worship, crafts and a meal for adults and children to enjoy together.

http://www.cumbernauldold.org.uk/index.htm

Y Y Y

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23. Stirling A B C D E Priority Area?

Allan Park South Emerging Church Project Pilot Grant - 2012 Main Grant – 2015-2017 Developing the ecclesial community that emerged from their intergenerational pilot project, through Messy Church, outreach in schools and residential homes, etc.

http://www.allanparksouth.church/

Y Y Y Y

Connected Life Programme, Cambusbarron Research Grant - 2011 Pilot Grant – 2013 Main Grant – 2014-2016 Employing a Community & Families Worker; providing school sessions, an Out of School Club, a Families Team, a local YouTube channel & Wellbeing Services.

https://www.facebook.com/brucememorialchurch.cambusbarron

Y Y Y Y Y

Crying Out Loud Trust Main Grant – 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Employing a Christian Schools Worker to: develop relationships with pupils and staff, conduct assemblies, participate in classes and provide school lunch clubs.

http://coltrust.org.uk/index.html

Y Y

H2H – Heart to Heart Main Grant – 2011-2013 Training Grant – 2012 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Supporting young people struggling to cope with family breakdown; providing a tailor made peer support programme, and emotional learning Group Work.

http://www.hearttoheart.org.uk/help/young-people

Y Y Y Y

Start-Up Stirling – Caring Beyond Crisis Main Grant - 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2015-2016 Offering Home Starter Packs and a befriending service to people experiencing homelessness or housing difficulties, or who are moving into a new tenancy.

http://www.startupstirling.org.uk/

Y Y

Stirling Street Pastors Y Y Y Y Y

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Main Grant - 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2015-2016 Employing a Co-ordinator to recruit and train volunteers to offer help and support to the vulnerable people they meet on Stirling’s streets at night.

http://stirling.streetpastors.org.uk/

24. Dunfermline A B C D E Priority Area?

Dunfermline East Children & Family Outreach Pilot Grant – 2013 Main Grant – 2014-2016 Providing mid-week and Sunday Groups and courses to support: isolated parents/carers, parents and children with spiritual questions and school RME classes.

http://www.dunfermlineeastchurch.org.uk/

Y Y

Dunfermline Street Pastors Main Grant - 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Training Grant - 2012 Recruiting and training volunteers to provide First Aid, assistance and emotional support to the vulnerable people they meet on Dunfermline’s streets at night.

http://dunfermline.streetpastors.org.uk/

Y Y Y

The Well Community Hub Main Grant – 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Developing a fresh expression of church in a local shop unit, providing activities for children, a drop-in facility for young people and a meeting place for adults.

http://www.gillespiechurch.org/community.html

Y Y Y Y

25. Kirkcaldy A B C D E Priority Area?

Burntisland Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Centre Main Grant – 2012-2014 Providing a free debt counselling service and one to one support; working with each client until they become debt free, and teaching budgeting skills.

http://www.burntislandkirk.org.uk/cap.html

Y Y Y Y

The Open Door Project Research Grant – 2013 Pilot Grant - 2014

http://www.bennochyparishchurch.org.uk/index.ht

Y Y

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Providing a Community Café, offering affordable meals and free internet access. Also developing a Community Garden, growing flowers and fresh produce.

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26. St Andrews A B C D E Priority Area?

Go For It is not funding any projects in the St Andrews area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

27. Dunkeld and Meigle

CAP Highland Perthshire Debt Centre Main Grant – 2014-2016 Providing a free debt counselling service and one to one support; working with each client until they become debt free, and teaching budgeting skills.

https://capuk.org/i-want-help/cap-debt-help/debt-centre/449/aberfeldy

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28. Perth A B C D E Priority Area?

Madoch Centre Sports Hub Research Grant – 2015 Exploring how sport can be used as an outreach tool and to reduce isolation among men, boys & vulnerable groups, in a rural area with a lack of amenities.

http://www.stmadoeskinfauns.com/ https://www.facebook.com/stmadoesandkinfaunsparishchurch/?fref=ts

Y Y

29. Dundee A B C D E Priority Area?

Chalmers-Ardler Children & Family Project Step Grant – 2015 Promoting good parenting skills and children’s wellbeing, by providing an annual programme of activities, including singing, storytelling, games & crafts.

https://www.facebook.com/ChalmersArdlerParishChurchofScotland

Y Y Y

Coldside Community Café Pilot Grant – 2014 Providing free food and a safe place for local, often isolated people to socialise. Also signposting to sources of advice on fuel poverty, budgeting, addiction, etc.

http://coldsidechurch.org.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/coldsideparish?ref=ts&fref=ts

Y Y

Craigiebank Youth Outreach Development Programme Pilot Grant – 2015

http://www.craigiebank-douglas-midcraigie-cofs.org.uk/

Y Y Y

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Developing sustainable outreach to engage with and support local young people, and increase their confidence, self-esteem and social responsibility.

http://www.yfc.co.uk/local-centres/scotland/dundee-yfc/

Parish Nursing Project Pilot Grant – 2009 Main Grant – 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Providing bi-weekly Drop-In clinics, where homeless people in poor health, often because of addictions or substance abuse, receive advice and a free hot meal.

http://thesteeplechurch.org/parish-nursing/

Y Y Y Y

The Drop Inn Main Grant - 2013-2015 Employing a Community Support Worker (based at the Community Café) to help recovering substance users redevelop social skills, and to provide support and advice to their families.

http://locheeparishchurch.btck.co.uk/CommunityWork/LPCCommunityCafe

Y Y Y

30. Angus A B C D E Priority Area?

Brechin Cathedral Crossroads Storytellers Pilot Grant – 2013 Main Grant – 2015-2017 Providing weekly Drama Groups and a Summer Drama Holiday Club for local school pupils, culminating in community performances of dramatised Bible stories.

http://brechincathedral.org.uk/news-events/bcs-drama-club/

Y Y Y Y Y

Havilah Trust Main Grant – 2011-2013 Help Grant – 2013 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Supporting those struggling with drug addiction, offering a daily Drop-In, free meals, leisure activities, and one-to-one support to address addiction issues.

http://www.arbroathstandrews.org.uk/index.php/what-we-do/serve/locally/havilah/

Y Y Y

Kirriemuir St Andrew’s Messy Church Pilot Grant – 2014 Providing themed events based on different Bible stories, so families who might not attend formal church

http://standrews-kirriemuir.org.uk/

Y Y

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can come together for activities, food and fellowship.

31. Aberdeen A B C D E Priority Area?

NYNO (Neither Young Nor Old) Main Grant –2013-2015 Creating a fresh expression of all-age church among older people, particularly those living in sheltered housing accommodation.

http://nyno.org.uk/

Y Y Y Y Y

32. Kincardine and Deeside A B C D E Priority Area?

Dickson Hall Community Development Main Grant -2011-2013 Continuation – 2014-2015 Developing Groups, a Café, Fairtrade Shop and Information Hub in the local Hall, to support rurally isolated people and develop a sense of community.

http://www.dicksonmemorialhall.com/

Y Y Y Y

33. Gordon A B C D E Priority Area?

Formartine Youth Project (FYP) Pilot Grant – 2013 Main Grant – 2015-2017 Providing activities for children and young people (e.g. Music Sessions, Youth Cafes, Messy Church) to help them develop as individuals & experience Christianity.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Formartine-Youth-Project/612854358827324?fref=ts

Y Y Y

34. Buchan A B C D E Priority Area?

Banff Children’s and Family Work Main Grant – 2015-2017 Employing a Children’s & Family Worker to support the church’s schools’ involvement, and increasing events & activities provided (e.g. Messy Church, Holiday Clubs).

http://www.banffparishchurchofscotland.co.uk/

Y Y

Maud and Savoch Children and Youth Puppet Ministry Pilot Grant – 2015 Developing a Team of adults and young people trained in puppetry skills, who will deliver the Christian message to the community in a fun and accessible way.

http://www.maudchurch.co.uk/about.html

Y Y Y Y

35. Moray A B C D E Priority Area?

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Elgin Youth Development Group – Community Hub Main Grant – 2013-2015 Using their building to provide training courses for unemployed/vulnerable people, affordable meeting space for community groups and cookery courses.

http://www.elginyouthcafe.org/

Y Y Y Y

Forres Youth and Families Outreach Research Grant - 2012 Pilot Grant – 2013 Main Grant -2014-2016 Supporting those: affected by drug and alcohol misuse; who have little involvement in local churches; or who have little exposure to Christian teaching at school.

https://www.facebook.com/stleonardschurchforresmoray?ref=stream

Y Y Y

Lossiemouth Youth Café Development Group Main Grant – 2013-2015 Employing a Youth Worker and providing a Drop-In Café where young people can enjoy activities and socialise. Also involving young people in the running of the Café.

http://lossieyouthcafe.org/Welcome.html

Y Y Y

Thunderflash, Elgin St Giles’ and St Columba’s South Research Grant – 2014 Conducting audits to identify the social, cultural and environmental needs of local young people, in order to support and enable them to reach their full potential.

http://www.elginstgileschurch.co.uk/

Y Y Y

36. Abernethy A B C D E Priority Area?

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Abernethy area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

37. Inverness A B C D E Priority Area?

Highlands & Islands Youth for Christ Main Grant – 2014-2016 Establishing a Prayer Space in the local High School, as well as working with the Learning Support Department. Also organising community volunteering for the pupils.

http://www.yfc.co.uk/local-centres/scotland/highlands-and-islands-yfc/

Y Y Y Y

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Hilton Youth Project Main Grant – 2015-2017 Reducing social isolation by providing bi-weekly Toddler Groups, mentoring for Primary School children, weekly children’s outreach events and monthly Messy Church.

http://hiltonchurch.org.uk/

Y Y Y

Inverness East Mission Main Grant – 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Establishing a Christian community in a large Council housing estate, with Sunday Services, a weekly Youth Club, monthly Senior Citizens’ Lunches and a Drop In.

http://www.invernesseast.com/mission-and-outreach https://www.facebook.com/eastinverness?ref=ts&fref=ts

Y Y Y

Ness Bank Haven Main Grant 2014-2016 Employing a Community & Family Development Worker to co-ordinate weekly Groups to reduce isolation among: new parents, older people & the homeless.

http://www.nessbank.net/

Y Y Y

The Connections Project, Inverness St Columba Pilot Grant – 2013 Main Grant – 2014-2016 Providing Groups to enable parents & young children to increase their social connections and confidence in parenting, and explore Christianity in a meaningful way.

http://stcolumbainverness.org/connections/

Y Y

38. Lochaber

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Lochaber area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

39. Ross A B C D E Priority Area?

Dingwall Castle Street Breakfast Club & Top Totz Pilot Grant – 2014 Providing a children’s Breakfast Club with crafts and

http://www.dingwall.org.uk/getdoc/5df98b49-e568-4ae8-87c3-c5a8ba15018b/Castle-Street-

Y Y Y

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games on Saturday and Sunday mornings, and a Parent and Toddler Group during the week, to reduce isolation

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Dingwall Drop-in-Kafe Ltd Main Grant –2012-2014 Providing a Café for young people to meet and socialise; offering cookery classes and work experience, as well as outdoor activities and sports workshops.

http://dingwallyouthkafe.com/

Y Y Y

40. Sutherland

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Sutherland area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

41. Caithness

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Caithness area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

42. Lochcarron – Skye A B C D E Priority Area?

An Sgeul Mor Main Grant - 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Developing a Gaelic Christian Community among staff and students at the local College; providing printed and electronic Christian resources in contemporary Gaelic.

http://ansgeulmor2.canan.co.uk/english/ https://twitter.com/AnSgeulMor

Y Y Y Y Y

Dion Skye Main Grant – 2011-2013 Continuation Grant – 2014-2015 Employing a full time Worker to support those with alcohol and substance addictions, and their families, through Support Groups, counselling and a Drop-In.

http://dionskye.co.uk/

Y Y Y Y

43. Uist

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Uist area at present.

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Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

44. Lewis A B C D E Priority Area?

Martin’s Memorial, The Shed Project Main Grant – 2010-2012 Continuation Grant – 2013-2014 Training Grant – 2013 Providing Drop-In Youth Clubs, a youth mentoring service, Parenting Classes and Community Events in a purpose built Youth and Community Facility.

http://www.martinsmemorial.org.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/martinsmemorialchurch

Y Y Y Y

Uig Community Outreach Research Grant – 2014 Running a “Christianity Explored” course, to understand community needs and attitudes to church attendance, to help shape future community outreach activities.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Uig-Church-of-Scotland/401145943347242

Y Y Y

45. Orkney

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Orkney area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

46. Shetland

Go For It is not funding any projects in the Shetland area at present.

Visit our webpages to find out how to apply for a Grant: http://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it/grants

47. England

Glassdoor Main Grant 2014-2016 Providing Night Shelters and Day Centres where rough sleepers can find safety, meals and specialist support, so they can work towards ending their homelessness.

http://www.glassdoor.org.uk/welcome.htm

Y

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Go For It Fund, Ministries Council, Church of Scotland, 121 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4YN T. 0131 225 5722 E: goforit@churchofscotland.org.uk W: www.churchofscotland.org.uk/serve/go_for_it