New and re-opening units can now apply for funding!
Thanks to generous support from Friends of Girlguiding Scotland (FoGGS), new and re-opening units can now apply for the Friends of Girlguiding Scotland New Unit Grant of up to £250. Download a copy of the criteria listed below.
The Friends of Girlguiding Scotland New Unit Grant is available to help new units get started and covers essential items only. The grant can cover:
• First aid accessories/ kits
• Equipment to help unit administration (including stationery, printers and ink)
• Promise badges for Leaders and girls (it cannot be used to buy any other badges)
• Age-appropriate set-up equipment such as craft materials, sports equipment and games
• Programme and support resources including badge books
• Guiding wear for leaders, unit helpers and young leaders (1 item per volunteer, to a maximum of £25 per person)
• Training costs to enable leaders to attend 1st Response, Safer Guiding or relevant programme trainings