The Place Based Investment Programme (PBIP) is a Scottish Government capital fund and East Ayrshire Council that supports community led projects which are reflected in local Community Action Plans, Place Plans, community engagement activity or through other community led regeneration work.
The fund supported significant change for East Ayrshire communities through community led projects. Originally the PBIP Fund was provisionally agreed for five years, however, due to budget constraints, year five will not be viable.
Funding 2024 to 2025 (Year four)
For this year of the PBIP fund, an allocation of £414,461.14 endorsed 12 projects. For further information please read the Cabinet report: Place Based Investment Programme 2024 to 2025.
Information events
Two Love Local conferences took place in January 2024 showcasing various PBIP projects, funding partners and advice prior to the opening of PBIP for 2024 to 2025.
You can read more about it and view the photos from the day on our Eat, Shop, Love Local webpage. You can also read the PBIP Brochure (PDF 17.39 MB) to see what other community groups were successful previously.
Year 4 Projects Contracts and Assessment
Information about contracts and assessments required for projects
Frequently asked questions about the funding
Shop front improvement scheme: 2024 to 2025
If you wish to apply for the Shop Front Improvement Scheme 2024 to 2025 please contact the Community Led Regeneration Team in the first instance by email. Please note the Kilmarnock Shop Front scheme is currently paused due to the number of applications received but is still open for the rest of East Ayrshire.
See examples of improved shop fronts during the first phase in 2021 to 2022.
Press release 25 August 2022
Communities receive over £1 million to assist with local place based initiatives.