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Scottish Crown Estate Fund

Funding and Finance

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Fife Council's Crown Estate Fund gives coastal communities the opportunity to benefit from the net revenue generated by the Scottish Crown Estate marine assets. 

The funding is to be used for expenditure that specifically benefits coastal communities within five miles of Fife's coastline and must be located within one of the four priority areas of Fife: 

  1. North East Fife 
  2. Levenmouth 
  3. Kirkcaldy 
  4. South and West Fife

Maximum awards will normally be between £30,000 and £40,000. Awards above this may be considered in exceptional circumstances. 

Who can apply?

Applicants must be constituted groups or organisations operating on a not-for-profit basis. 

Projects requesting funding should focus on community priorities, the priorities of Climate Fife 2024 Strategy & Action Plan and meet at least one of the following priorities:

  • Environment enhancement
  • Emissions reduction/removal of waste
  • Jobs
  • Tourism
  • Skills development
  • Diversification projects
  • Investment for a community purpose
  • Climate change adaptation

How to apply

Click here to complete the application form online. 

The closing date for applications is Monday 16 February 2026.