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Friday, 20 August 2010

The latest round of funding from 'see me' was launched on 9th August 2010. They have also just launched their national photography competition.

Local grant awards

The second round of the ‘see me’ local grants awards is now complete and a total of £30,937 has been awarded to organisations in Greater Glasgow & Clyde, Dumfries & Galloway, Grampian, Ayrshire & Arran and Highland.

Round three was launched on 9th August 2010 and will be open to applications from organisations in Lothian, Borders, Forth Valley, Fife & Western Isles.

You can download an application form and guidelines from their website.


Annual photo competition

The annual photo competition from 'see me' brings together pictures alongside thoughts about mental health and wellbeing.  Could you be one of their 2010 national winners?

This year 'see me' want your most creative expressions of Support. It could be anything from Roman pillars to football fans to life support. Just link it with mental health in any way you like and send it in.

They welcome photographs from anyone in Scotland; no matter your age, where you are or how experienced at photography you are. There will be local competitions across Scotland, with three winners from each being submitted to the national final.

The closing date for all entries is 17th September 2010. For more information please go to their website

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