Appendix 2. Fisher Bequest - Application Form
Argyll and Bute Council · 4 June 2025
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FISHER BEQUEST APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE THIS FORM SHOULD BE RETURNED TO: stuart.mclean@argyll-bute.gov.uk FISHER BEQUEST CRITERIA The following criteria apply to all applications for financial assistance from the Fisher Bequest:- 1. The Fisher Bequest was established to support the poor of Inveraray. 2. The scope of the project and those that could benefit from it would be limited to the boundaries of the Parish of Inveraray of which the northern and larger portion is traversed by the valleys of Glenshira and Glenaray, which converge towards the south. 3. Subject to 1 and 2 above, applications will be considered from properly constituted voluntary or charitable organisations for funding. Applications for routine operational costs / core funding will not be considered. 4. Successful applicants will be required to complete an End Of Project Monitoring Form to ensure that any monies awarded are used appropriately, in accordance with the Fund criteria and giving a level of information which enables trustees to be satisfied that this has happened. The submitted information must outline the amount of funding, project details and outcomes, including the number and breakdown of people who benefitted from the award. 5. We would expect those who benefit from the Fisher Bequest to acknowledge this support in any publicity material or event.
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1. YOU/YOUR ORGANISATION Section 1 (a) Name:Rev. Dorothy Wallace Address: The Manse, Upper Riochan, Inveraray Post Code: PA32 8UR Email: Telephone Number: Section 1 (b) Background Information Please give a summary of the history of your organisation, including when it was formed, links to any parent body etc… Westlochfyneside Parish Church was formed in November 2019. It is the union of the legacy parishes of Lochgair, Minard and Cumlodden Parish Church and Glenaray and Inveraray Parish Church. We are part of Clèir Eilean Ì- Church of Scotland in the Highlands and Hebrides ( translated from Gaelic, the Presbytery of Iona), which spans 45% of the Scottish land mass, covering from Campletown to Thurso and across to Nairn. It also takes in all the Western Isles, except Lewis. We are part of the Church of Scotland. The money we are applying for is solely for the use within our Foodshare, operated from Inveraray Church Hall, by our church Mission Committee.
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Section 1 (c) Aims and Objective of your Organisation What are the aims and objectives of your organisation, including its current role in the Community, types of services provided and target client groups? The aims and objective of Westlochfyneside Parish Church, is to spread the good news of Jesus in words and action. Our Mission Committee aim to be the action of this objective and we are called to serve in our local community in any way we can, helping to alleviate loneliness, poverty and help, when possible with promoting social justice. Westlochfyneside Foodshare aims to ensure no one in our community goes hungry. We have a small range of essential foods, from pasta and sauces, tinned meats/fish and puddings, cleaning products and toiletries and when we can, fresh fruit and vegetables. Section 1 (e) Registered Charity Number – please give registration number Church Charity number SCO 16665SCO16665SCO16665 Section 1 (f) Membership and Users How many people in Inverary regularly use the services/facilities offered by your organisation? This number varies particularly seasonally. We have more users in winter due to additional heating costs but also, as many people are out of work in the off season. Please indicate how many are Male:20 Female:15 Disabled:2 Do you make a charge to your users? Yes: No: If ‘Yes’ please give details:
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Do you have a membership scheme? Yes: No: not for Foodshare How many members belong to your organisation? Please indicate how many members are Male: Female: Disabled: Please give details of your membership fees: Section 1 (g) Does your organisation have a constitution? Yes: No: If ‘Yes’ please include a copy with your application.
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2. FUNDING REQUEST Section 2 (a) How much grant are you requesting from the Fisher Bequest ? £348 Section 2 (b) Please explain how the funding will be used: This money will be used for fuel vouchers for those who use our Foodshare or are directed to us via the Social Work department or local schools.
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3. APPLICATIONS FOR ‘ONE OFF’ PROJECT GRANTS Section 3 (a) Please detail the total cost of your proposals: ITEM OF EXPENDITURE COST £348 Fuel Token (top up cards) Signed _________________________________ Date 24/3/25_______________ Print name- Dorothy Wallace ___________________________________________________ Office held- Parish Minister ___________________________________________________ 4. DECLARATION I can confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, all the answers given above are true and accurate. I understand that details contained in this form will be processed by the Trustess of the Fisger Bequest. I am aware that by submitting this application I am agreeing to the publication as of the details contained in this application in any form deemed appropriate by the Trustees of the Fund. I am also aware that the amount and conditions of any award granted will be made public.