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Motion · S6M-03556 · 9 Mar 2022

National Lottery Community Fund Support for Groups in Strathkelvin and Bearsden

Lodged by Rona Mackay Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates seven organisations based in the Strathkelvin and Bearsden constituency on securing support through the National Lottery Community Fund in the most recent round of awards; understands that a total of £195,724 was received following successful applications from seven local organisations; commends GRACE (Group Recovery Aftercare Community Enterprise) for its track record of using a varied selection of engaging activities and classes to entice people out of isolation and back into their community; applauds the Kirkintilloch Men's Shed as a safe space for anyone to come and focus on the creation of functional items in a sociable way; thanks the Sunshine Wishes Children's Charity for their work in supporting families with children who have life-limiting illnesses or a physical or learning disability; understands that Twechar Community Action can now hire a youth and family worker to support youth activities taking place at their centre; applauds the ongoing work of Families of Auchinairn Coming Together (FACT) in encouraging social interaction and wellbeing through crafting classes for local adults; is grateful for the ongoing provision by Rookie Rockstars of the counselling service, known as Rookie Minds, for young people experiencing poor mental health; commends the planning by Bishopbriggs Community Council to install lights in Auchinairn's main shopping area, and sends its very best wishes and thanks to all who give their time, energy and experience in supporting these groups to have impact in Strathkelvin and Bearsden.

Supporters (20)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.