Submit an Expression of Interest
Discuss Expression of Interest with CLLD Development Officer
Complete Application Form
Submit Application Form and Supporting Information
Application Form Technically checked
Application Assessed by Local Action Group
Decision
The application assessment process for the FVL Community Led Local Development Fund takes place in funding rounds - usually two a year although this may change as it depends on how the funds are released to the area from the Scottish Government.
This means there will be a date provided by which full applications and supporting documentation is required to be submitted to the FVL staff team to give enough time for technical checks to be undertaken and for the Local Action Group to read all the projects.
You can submit your Expression of Interest at any time. This means we are aware of your project idea and can give initial feedback in advance of the application deadline. Our most successful projects are the ones which have submitted an Expression of Interest well in advance of the application deadline.
Our 5 strategic priorities are:
Detailed guidance for the current programme (2026/27) can be found at the following link GUIDANCE DOCUMENT.
* Please note that the Youth Local Action Group has launched a Youth Impact Fund. This fund has their own criteria and application process. If your project supports young people you may wish to apply to this fund.
