A charity golf day has raised over £8,000 for a grant scheme supporting life-changing local projects across Scotland.
The Lintel Trust annual fundraiser, held at the Auchterarder Golf Club, saw housing professionals, partners, and supporters gather for a day of sport with a deeper social purpose.
With all proceeds supporting its Small Grant Fund, the event, driven by Lintel Trust, the charity delivery partner of the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA), is designed to back grassroots organisations linked to housing associations or co-operatives.
Now in its eleventh year, the event hit new heights by raising £8,049.40, providing a boost for initiatives tackling digital exclusion, social isolation, health and wellbeing, homelessness prevention, and more.
Amanda Gauld, social value advisor at SPA, said, “This event has become a real highlight of the year for our network – it brings people together to enjoy the game while making a tangible difference to housing communities across Scotland. Thanks to the generosity of everyone who participated and donated, we’re able to support more small-scale, high-impact projects that really matter to people on the ground.”
The fundraiser was made possible by headline sponsor Ross & Laidlaw & Sons Ltd. Further backing came from LHC Procurement Group, DMI Fire and Security, T.R. Aitchison Electricians, and a further eight firms who stepped up to sponsor.
27 different companies from across Scotland donated a mix of raffle prizes.
Mark Thorley, chair of Lintel Trust, added, “The support we receive from sponsors and donors is nothing short of inspiring. These are companies who believe in making a social impact beyond their day jobs, and we’re proud to channel their support directly into communities.”
The day was also marked by a rare sporting achievement – a staggering three hole-in-ones!
Amanda added, “Our Small Grant Fund is all about championing local ideas that might otherwise struggle to find backing. Whether it’s a digital upskilling project or a community garden, these are the ideas that quietly change lives.”
Applications for the 2025 round of Small Grants are now open, with community-led organisations encouraged to apply if they have strong links to housing associations or co-operatives across Scotland.
