Two intercultural workshops in North Ayrshire: Ukrainian pysanka (egg painting) and dumpling-making. They bring locals and New Scots together, sharing culture, food and traditions.

Irvine Pipe Band would like to get new equipment for training and uniforms for members of the band who are not able to afford their own equipment. The project will link people up from all walks of life including New Scots as well as others from across North Ayrshire who share a passion for Scottish music. The band provides an opportunity for people to boost their mental health and wellbeing by making new friends and taking up an instrument completely free of charge.

Providing seeds, compost, tools and fruit trees to support food growing across Arran's communities for a sixth season, reducing cost of living and improving health outcomes.

This allows ladies and gents over 50 to connect with others while they enjoy quizzes , chocolate bingo and other fun activities. Many of the people who attend live by themselves and this group reduces isolation,promotes positive mental health,encourages and supports friendships and interests. The club means so much to its members and has a real impact on people’s lives in a positive way.

Brodick Tennis Club seeks funding to be able to offer a programme of accessible tennis opportunities for everyone regardless of age, gender, background or ability on the Isle of Arran.

The Eilean's Bridge Club, offers the opportunity to members of the community to play the game of Bridge in a supportive and friendly environment regardless of ability or ethnicity. Our fledgling Club has shown that positive relationships between people who may not otherwise have come together have been formed. Thanks to funding by TNL Community Fund, we have been able to offer 36 weeks of free beginners bridge tuition to residents in Millport.

As we are an established Bowling Club we would like to widen our remit to include families with younger children therefore we need to update our age appropriate equipment. As the mats, jacks and gatherers have not been maintained over a number of years they have now deteriorated to a level that they need replacing. As it is our plan to create a pleasant and welcoming area for spectators we would like to build a raised bed for shrubs.

Introduce a perennial pathway along the 40m+ main entrance to West Kilbride Primary School. This project aims to bring movement, colour & life by planting & caring for a perennial border. We aim to raise awareness of the benefits of a beautiful green space to the Carers & Parents of the 300+ pupils who use this path every day during term time.