The Gordon and Ena Baxter Foundation is a charitable organisation helping good causes and social enterprises across Moray and the Highlands of Scotland.
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23 Nov 2018
Today we're celebrating over £1 MILLION in donations to local good causes, thanks to the legacy of Gordon and Ena Baxter.
And today, we're extending a personal invitation for groups to apply for £1 MILLION more.
#moray #charity #philanthropy
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28 Jun 2023
The closing date for our current funding round is July 28. We support a wide range of capital projects - all aimed at making a difference in communities across the north and north-east. Visit gebfoundation.com for eligibility information and information on how to apply.
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10 Nov 2022
We're looking forward to being part of @tsiMORAY's Meet the Funders event, taking place at Elgin Town Hall on November 17. This is a chance for local charities and community groups to learn more about funding opportunities available in the area. See below for details.
Need funding? Need help applying for funding? Need to connect to collaborate on funding? Then book your spot at our Meet the Funders Event. 👇eventbrite.co.uk/e/meet-the-…
27 Sep 2022
The Foundation recently supported the @RSNO with a travelling projector kit and it was a treat to see it in action at Forres Town Hall when the enchanting story of Yoyo and the Little Auk was performed so beautifully as part of @FindhornBayArts. A magical event for young and old.
ALT Members of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra at a packed Forres Town Hall for their performance of Yoyo and the Little Auk. A large screen projects the story, so beautifully articulated with music.
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Congratulations to the team at The Vinery in Banff on your opening. Aberdeen Foyer is providing training and therapeutic activities from this amazing community space and we're delighted to have supported them with some of the equipment for the community café and kitchen garden.
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The Foundation recently supported the work of @OutfitMoray, which develops young people's potential by offering accessible, affordable outdoor learning. As well as mountain biking, they offer a range of adventures. They've packed in a lot this summer and there's lots more to come
ALT A group of young people on a woodland mountain bike session stop for a photo... and a quick break.
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12 Jul 2022
Congratulations to the Methlick community for all the work involved in creating this multi-use games area, which will enable lots of sports while encouraging health and wellbeing for all. The Foundation was pleased to support this project and loved attending Sunday's opening.
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29 Jun 2022
We were thrilled to support the Moray Badge Platinum Jubilee initiative and a big 'well done' to the 5,500 young people from Moray and Banffshire who earned an award. Yesterday was a special day as Their Royal Highnesses presented awards to representatives from across the area.
28 Jun 2022
It was wonderful to welcome Their Royal Highnesses The Earl & Countess of Forfar & Wessex at Gordonstoun today, where 125 Moray schoolchildren were presented with the Moray Badge Platinum Jubilee, an award established for one year to mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee & 1/2
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A wonderful, sunny evening spent in Tarland for the official opening of their new community apiary - complete with educational hub. Congratulations to all the volunteers for their commitment and effort in creating this great community asset.
ALT Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Aberdeenshire, Rear Admiral Admiral Christopher Hockley CBE, unties the ribbon, aided by little bumble baby John.
ALT A funding board detailing all those who have backed Tarland's Apiary.
ALT John, whose mum was involved in the project, is dressed as a bee as he plays his part in the official opening.
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Thank you to Portgordon Community Trust for hosting me at the new Community Garden and for sharing plans for a new community hub. We look forward to following progress over the coming months.
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10 Mar 2022
Congratulations to @enfhaven for reaching this fantastic milestone. The Foundation is proud to be supporting the creation of this £4.1 million multi-purpose centre for young people with severe learning disabilities and complex needs, based in Inverness.
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Resolved to get a project going in 2022? The closing date for our next funding round is Feb 25. We support a range of capital projects - all aimed at making a positive difference across the north and north-east. Visit gebfoundation.com or email sarah@gebfoundation.com.
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22 Nov 2021
The closing date for our next funding round is Dec 31. We support a wide range of capital projects which are helping to make an impact in communities across the north. Visit gebfoundation.com for eligibility information or email sarah@gebfoundation.com to arrange a chat.
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12 Nov 2021
It's kick off time for work to begin creating this facility in Huntly - well done on reaching your fundraising goal. Interim chair of The Gordon & Ena Baxter Foundation, George McIntyre, said: “The passion and commitment of those working to deliver this pitch shines through."
11 Nov 2021
Huntly's all weather pitch is about to undergo a £370,000 makeover to provide the town and surrounding area with a first rate 3G playing surface dlvr.it/SCJRzg
A huge 'thank you' to Nick, Jules and the incredible horticulture students from @MorayCollege UHI, who gave up their day today to work in the Famous Fochaberians Memorial Gardens. The weather tried its best to stop play - but it was no match for this hardy crew.
ALT Moray College UHI horticulture students at work in the Famous Fochaberians Memorial Gardens, with the River Spey in the background.
ALT A pathway leads through the heart of the Famous Fochaberian Memorial Gardens, where Moray College UHI horticulture students carry out replanting work.
ALT A volunteer replants a heather in the Famous Fochaberians Memorial Gardens, Fochabers.
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22 Oct 2021
Great to see the opening of Huntly's Greenmyres Eco-Bothy. Trustee George McIntyre was delighted to attend Sunday's open day to see some of the opportunities on offer - from walks and cycle rides to pond dipping and paddleboarding. Congratulations to Huntly Development Trust.
ALT An incredible cake depicting Greenmyres created by Maggie Milne, winner of the senior bake off at Hairst.
ALT Invited guests untie a ribbon to officially open the Greenmyres facility. Interim chairman of the Gordon and Ena Baxter Foundation, George McIntyre, (second right) was delighted to attend Sunday's community event.
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18 Oct 2021
Great to see so many volunteers helping to sow the seeds of change in a special part of the Cabrach - we can't wait to see the wildflowers emerging in the spring.
10 Oct 2021
Amongst autumn sun & passing showers our team of community volunteers gathered to sow The Cabrach Discovery Trail’s wildflower meadow. Big thanks to all our volunteers. We cannot wait to see the results in the Spring 🌼
#nature #wellbeing #CabrachLives
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10 Oct 2021
Amongst autumn sun & passing showers our team of community volunteers gathered to sow The Cabrach Discovery Trail’s wildflower meadow. Big thanks to all our volunteers. We cannot wait to see the results in the Spring 🌼
#nature #wellbeing #CabrachLives
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29 Sep 2021
Kirkwall's lifeboat is due to undergo major works-extending its life by 25 years. We’re proud to support this @RNLI project which will enable more lives to be saved at sea. A big shout out to the crew– 'ordinary people doing extraordinary things'- who are always ready to respond.
22 Sep 2021
A huge well done to everyone involved in setting up and running the Moray Emergency Relief Fund, as well as to all those who donated. It has been a lifeline to many at a time of real need. 👍
22 Sep 2021
1,300 grants have been made from the MERF totaling £240,000.
These have been mostly to help with fuel and food costs, rent payments, basic household goods, transport, and also for IT for remote learning in the early months of the pandemic.
Read more 👇
newsroom.moray.gov.uk/news/m…
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21 Sep 2021
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21 Sep 2021
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