COMMUNITY groups in Clydebank have the chance to share in a £40,000 green cash boost.

Grants of up to £1,000 are available to support small-scale greenspace initiatives that bring communities together.

Successful grass-roots projects can include conservation and educational schemes, such as developing a safe natural learning space for children, community gardens for local groups and biodiversity activities such as planting and improvements to ponds and wetlands to protect local wildlife.

Woodland arts activities and feasibility projects can also apply for the funding, as well as any other new and innovative ideas, which engage local communities.

Keith Geddes, chair of the Central Scotland Green Network, said: “We are proud to launch the CSGN Community Project Fund to transform central Scotland into a place where the environment adds value to the economy and where people’s lives are enriched by its quality.”

“We are looking forward to receiving applications for the available grants which can be used for a wide range of activities from outdoor learning and community growing through to biodiversity.

“We are also keen to hear about other creative and innovative projects which capture the imagination of the local community and encourage people to use and enjoy their local greenspace.”

For details or to make an application, visit centralscotlandgreennetwork.org or contact cpf@csgnt.org.uk.