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Community groups

There are 65 active groups in Callander. Some provide community and/or volunteer opportunities; others function as special interest groups. They encompass a wide range that includes mental and physical wellbeing, lifelong learning, performing arts, heritage, the environment, sports and commerce. As in many small rural settlements, volunteer groups fill gaps left by cuts to local authority budgets. For example, Greener Callander works hard to enhance the appearance of our town; and the Craigard Club and Thursday Club provide nutritional and social support for our elderly residents.

Many of these groups access grants from Callander Community Hydro Fund which is administered by CCDT. The Braes of Doune Community Fund (formerly the Airtricity Fund) has recently opened for applications from local groups.