- TopicCommunity planning brings together local public services and communities to drive positive change on local priorities outlined in our Renfrewshire Community Plan 2017 to 2027.
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Community empowerment
Find out about the Celebrating Renfrewshire Fund; property transfers; funding for green spaces, parks, play areas and villages; local partnerships; and parent groups.
Pages in Community empowerment
- Focus areaWe’re looking for volunteers to share their views and help us improve the experience our customers have when interacting with the council.
- ProjectYou Decide Tenants is a £600,000 fund for delivering improvements to local areas. Anyone in Renfrewshire can suggest the ideas, and then council tenants vote for them.
- Support and assistanceIf you are a parent, carer, or someone with recent experience of parenting, you could help other parents in your local community.
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Community councils
What a community council is, what community councils there are in Renfrewshire, how to contact or join your local council.
Pages in Community councils
- GuideFind out about community councils, how they are established, and which council represents your neighbourhood.
- Community council
- Community council
- Service requestFind out how to book one of our community centres and what sorts of events you can have there.
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Funding and grants for communities and culture
Grants and funding for voluntary, community and charity groups and organisations for community and cultural support and activities in Renfrewshire.
Pages in Funding and grants for communities and culture
- TopicGroups, clubs and activities; decision making; The Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE); Street Stuff activities (St Mirren Football Club).
- ServiceFind out how you can support your local community, find local volunteering opportunities, volunteer at our events, or find volunteers for your events.
- TopicFree bus travel for young people, Young Scot Card, National Entitlement Card (NEC), Saltire Card.
- ServiceGet free period products at public venues and at community organisations across Renfrewshire or to your home, more information about periods and menstruation.
- External organisationWho the support is for, the Veterans Welfare Service, the Armed Services Advice Project, Erskine Veterans Support, Community Covenant with Armed Forces.
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British Sign Language (BSL)
Find out about BSL, Renfrewshire's BSL Plan, and what resources are available to you.
Pages in British Sign Language (BSL)
- GuideLearn about BSL, the most common form of sign language in the UK.
- PlanRead Renfrewshire's BSL Plan as text or view it in BSL.
- GuideExplore some resources available for BSL users and people who want to learn more about BSL.
- ServiceHow you can support people from Ukraine, support for Ukrainian refugees, support for sponsors, what the council are doing.
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Winter Connections
Winter Connections is a network of local places and spaces where you can connect to others in your community this winter. Find out how to get involved or apply for funding.
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Summer of Fun
Summer of Fun provides activities for low-income families and communities which may not have access to mainstream activities. Find out how to get involved or apply for funding.
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Digital inclusion
Digital inclusion is about making sure everyone has the access, skills, and confidence to use digital technology online.
Pages in Digital inclusion
- Support and assistanceFind out how you can connect to our free public Wi-Fi service in town centre outdoor areas and public buildings in Renfrewshire.
- Support and assistanceOur DigiZones provide free access to digital skills support, internet, and digital devices for people in Renfrewshire.
- Service requestOrganisations across Renfrewshire can apply to become part of our growing network of DigiZones and support local communities.
- InitiativeWe are supporting fair trade ]to help producers, farmers, and workers in developing countries achieve better trading conditions, fair pay, and sustainable working environments.
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