Troon Men's Shed are working on a Community Asset Transfer to acquire the former Hosiery Park Pavilion and to develop it as a Men's Shed to provide a meeting and activity space for men in Troon.

We want to ensure that our hub has facilities that allows us to offer a range of activities for young people and adults. Our work at Whitletts and particularly in the hub will support all the priorities from the CLD Plan. We will have activities and drops in for adults, young people and volunteers and we will provide support with financial wellbeing/ inclusion including fuel and food poverty support.

Our playground projects will benefit all of our pupils and the wider community with socialising and health and well being to enhance our school which is the heart of the community. This would also be a great piece of equipment for our SEN pupils.

Our “Get Support Now” banners would directly address Community Development by normalising unpaid carer identity and strengthening local networks; Adult & Family Learning through digital engagement and by linking carers to support and advice via the online services. Early self-identification and 24/7 support access will reduce isolation and crisis referrals, benefiting the estimated 1,200 unpaid carers in Prestwick & Villages (and their families), plus local health and social work/care services.

The village hall is used by many different community groups. We desperately need some upgrades. This would help to improve and develop our volunteer run community asset, which sits at the heart of our village.

Kirkmichael Community Shop and Cafe provides a vital service for our rural village. Our idea is to install an Electronic Point of Sale System (EPOSS) in the community shop and cafe which will assist with community development of this village asset and improve our community space and facility for the residents in Kirkmichael. The beneficiaries will be both our community members and visitors to the village. This system will enhance the working environment for our staff and volunteers.

Supports Financial Inclusion by funding packaging for Maybole Food Pantry, helping distribute surplus food safely to local families, reduce waste, and ease food insecurity in our community.

The Ayr Ark was established in 2002 to provide a solution to the growing problem of underage drinking and anti-social behaviour among the young people of South Ayrshire. Our aim is to provide a safe space for the children and young people (aged between 11 and 18) and to fill their visits with fun and exciting activities both indoor and outdoor. We would also looking to set up our own football team to strengthen team work and the feel of unity in the kids who visit us.

We are applying for £2000 to purchase a range of sensory equipment to run a sensory circuits group within Ayr Academy; including Yoga ball, Yoga mat, Trampette, Skipping Ropes, Balancing steps, Wobble Board, Bean Bags, Exercise Hoop, Weighted lap pad/blanket, Therapy Bands, rocking chair/hammock, Fidget toys, Sensory Lighting, Signage and Visual prompts, Timers etc.