Since 2018, the Gorbals Ideas Fund (GIF) has supported local people to shape funding decisions and influence change in their community. The previous strategy highlighted that the initiative is “led by local people, for local people” and that Community Advocates help to “design, develop and deliver participatory budgeting activity” alongside the Participatory Budgeting Officer.

 

From 2026–2029, GIF will build on this foundation by strengthening participation, expanding learning opportunities, and deepening collaboration with partners and service providers.

 

Since the previous strategy period, Gorbals Ideas Fund (GIF) has supported a range of community-led activities, including wellbeing programmes, creative groups, growing spaces, a communty cinema, participatory voting events, and the development of the Gorbals Community Pantry. These projects demonstrate the value of people-led decision making and the key role of Community Advocates, volunteers, and partners in shaping local priorities and strengthening community connections.