Typically these projects qualify for funding of 50-80% of the total cost.

Below are examples of the types of projects that would be considered for funding

• Small scale capital costs for improving facilities within a village
• Costs associated with the establishment of a new basic service, for example an afternoon centre for the elderly, child care centre
• Internet access for all in rural areas – for example provision of computers in community halls
• Cultural and leisure activities – for example to develop recreational facilities or community gardens
• Developing community shops or buildings
• Small scale infrastructure projects such as signposting
• Marketing support
• Heritage projects