This is to re-establish the Scottish Country Dancing Festival. From primary to secondary, it would give young people the chance to learn and enjoy dance, connect with people of all ages and backgrounds, and better their mental and physical health.

This bid is to help with the essential rebuild of our Indoor Riding School ensuring continuation of our services that benefit disadvantaged young people experiencing personal challenges, their families and their communities in the Scottish Borders.

The Old Fish Shop in Selkirk, derelict for 22 years, is now in community ownership and could become a pop-up shop, meeting or exhibition space, or energy advice centre for the community. We have raised £61K and need £15K more to complete the job.

The fountain located in the grounds of the Victoria Hall has been neglected over recent years, the metalwork is rusting and the paintwork is in a deplorable state. Work must be carried out urgently to halt the deterioration of this Selkirk landmark.

Street Pastors are out at night time in Borders towns from 11pm – 3.30am to Listen, Care & Help those in need. Teams are in Galashiels every Saturday night and once a month in Hawick. 3 mobile phones will help our team leaders deliver the service.

The Hammerman’s Hall is a building of huge historical significance. We want to regenerate it to become a Meeting Room/Museum for all community groups to use with local history on display. 

The rehearsal hall, essential for players of all ages and abilities, is in need of sound proofing and the outside walls repointing. Then this celebrated Band can continue to perform and compete.

The youth group leads this bid to support and equip the Community Garden Hub located in the grounds of the High School. We will be working with all ages to enhance our village, support outdoor learning activities to grow the gardeners of the future.