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Camanachd Association Launch New Fund | |
05 March 2018 The Camanachd Association has announced that Marine Harvest (Scotland) Ltd, a longstanding supporter of shinty, has agreed to create a Children and Young Persons Development Fund. The new agreement will support shinty clubs in their development and is focused on enhancing opportunities for children and young people. The Children and Young Persons Development Fund aims to increase opportunities and participation at accredited or accrediting member clubs by providing a maximum grant award of £500. The funding will be eligible for accredited member clubs who are proposing new or enhanced initiatives to develop shinty for children and young people (up to age 18). This investment celebrates Marine Harvest (Scotland) Ltd 30th year sponsoring shinty and commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Camanachd Association. Details of how to apply can be found at www.shinty.com and the first round of applications will close on Monday 23 April 2018 at 12pm. Camanachd Association President Keith Loades said; “The sport of shinty is yet again indebted to Marine Harvest for their generous support. In this year of young people, this particular sponsorship award gives clubs with youth teams the opportunity to apply for funds to support the continued development of the game” Camanachd Association Regional Development Manager Ronald Ross added, “Today’s announcement is fantastic news for shinty. Youth development at club level is integral to the future success of our sport and this new fund will go a long way to ensuring our young players are given opportunities that encourage them to continue their participation. I look forward to continuing our partnership with Marine Harvest and ensuring shinty reaps the rewards.” |