Greater Gabbard
Through the Greater Gabbard wind farm, we make £50,000 available to local community projects. Greater Gabbard Bank is a joint venture project between SSE Renewables and RWE. Over the next five years, £10,000 per year will be made available to community groups, with a constitution to deliver benefits in Lowestoft and the surrounding areas.
Project eligibility
Constituted community groups can apply for up to £1,000 to support activities which:
- enhance quality of life for local residents;
- contribute to vibrant, healthy, successful and sustainable communities; and/or
- promote community spirit and encourage community activity
Fund timetable - 2026
Application deadlines:
- 29 March - closed
- Paused over the summer to move to SSE's online application system
- Expected to open in August and close in late September 2026
Decisions are expected to be made within 6 weeks of the deadline.
How to apply
Community groups seeking a community grant should download the short application form below. Guidance information, along with the Terms & Conditions, is also included. Please send your completed community grant application form to the Community Investment Manager (details below).
Contact details
For more information on this fund, please contact:
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Jayne Collings Community Investment Manager Tel: 01738 341490 Email: Jayne.Collings@sse.com Please note, Jayne's working pattern is: Tuesday-Thursday |