Case Studies

Kinlochleven Community Trust

Kinlochleven Community Trust was formed in 2008 and run a range of community projects designed to develop, regenerate and sustain the village.   Recent projects include a Community Green Space, Green Health, Mission Compostable, Community Café and Shop Renovation.  Kinlochleven Community Trust was formed in 2008 and run a range of community projects designed to develop, regenerate and sustain the village. Recent projects include a Community Green Space, Green Health, Mission Compostable, Community Café and Shop Renovation.

Farmersfield Rest-home for Elderly Donkeys (FRED)

Based near Dumfries, Farmersfield Rest-home for Elderly Donkeys (FRED) is a Registered Scottish Charity dedicated to providing the best care, attention and love to old donkeys in the latter stages of their life.   This attention to their needs is offered in a knowledgeable, experienced and donkey centred manner.

Deepness Dementia Radio

Deepness Dementia Radio help those going through dementia maintain their freedom and get the most out of life. They welcome not just those affected by dementia but also family members, young carers, friends and workers.

South of Scotland Wildlife Hospital

South of Scotland Wildlife Hospital rescues injured or orphaned wildlife and cares for them until they can be released back into the wild. The charity also gives educational talks to schools and adult groups. Despite COVID-19 restrictions the hospital remained open and was busier than ever with the Manager and volunteers hand rearing, caring and treating the 300+ patients in their care.

Nevis Ensemble

Nevis Ensemble is a Registered Scottish Charity aiming to make ‘music for everyone, everywhere’.   The orchestra enables Scots from all walks of life to experience fun, interactive and high-quality performances in community venues and public spaces, taking music to people who otherwise would not be able to access live performances.  

Muirhead Outreach Project

Helping children and families to draw on their strengths and stay together.

Scottish Bi+ Network

The Weir Charitable Trust is delighted to announce that we have awarded over £17k in funding to support the work that Scottish Bi+ Network do with the bi+ community.

FAMS Charity

FAMS was established in 2013 by three mothers driven with the same desire and passion to ensure that no other young person or family would suffer the trauma they had experienced in their lives.

Nurture Scotland

Based in North Lanarkshire, Nurture Scotland provides support to kinship carers through a range of activities such as 1:1 support, telephone advice and outings.

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