11/03/2026
I am pleased to inform you that the new RWE Bowbeat Wind Farm (Innerleithen) Community Fund is now open to applications. This Fund supports community projects benefiting those living in the Innerleithen & District Community Council areas, which includes Cardrona, Traquair and the Glen. This Fund is provided by RWE Renewables UK Operations Limited, the owner of RWE Bowbeat Wind Farm, with £52,000 ringfenced in year 1 (and rising with inflation each subsequent year) to provide a fund for the benefit of residents.
The Fund comprises 2 Rounds of applications in Year 1, with 3 Rounds planned in subsequent years. The deadline for the first Round of Applications is 21 June 2026, with decision outcomes regarding awards planned for August 2026. Decisions will be made by a group of local residents that make up the local decision-making Panel.
Fund Grant sizes range from £1,000- £5,000 (and up to £10,000 in exceptional circumstances – see Fund Page below for more details)
For further details about the Fund including how to apply, please refer to the Fund Page >>
RWE Bowbeat Wind Farm (Innerleithen) Community Fund
Become a Panel Member - Foundation Scotland is also seeking volunteer Panel members from Innerleithen & District Community Council Areas. If you would like to apply for a position or to find out more, then please complete this short form>>
RWE Bowbeat Wind Farm (Innerleithen) Community Fund Panel - Application Form (Page 1 of 3)
Please feel free to contact Johnny McFadzean at Foundation Scotland (contact details on the Fund Page) if you have any other queries about the Fund or becoming a Panel member.
