Assynt Foundation
Background
The Assynt Foundation was formed in 2004 in order to investigate a possible community purchase of 44,000 acres of land, water and mountains in Assynt in the North-West Highlands. In 2005 the group successfully raised the funds and purchased this land on behalf of the local community. The group's objectives are to manage the land and its assets in a sustainable way for the benefit of the local community and the wider public. This includes Glencanisp Lodge which will be renovated for community use and for hire. Overall it is hoped that these efforts will lead to additional employment, enterprise and training opportunities and the creation of affordable housing. Options for renewable energy generation are also being explored.
How SIS helped
SIS assisted in making up a substantial shortfall in the funding for this venture and also agreed to assist with cash flow requirements during the ongoing works, pending completion. The completed project will provide a much needed income stream to give Assynt Foundation a firm financial footing for the future.
