DTAS publishes crowdfunder guide

Development Trusts Association Scotland (DTAS) has launched a guide to help communities in Scotland take ownership of local buildings as more and more close down or are left to ruin.

Research by DTAS shows a record 320 communities moved to buy or lease local buildings in Scotland in the past 12 months – an increase of 300% since 2024. There is now a significant number of buildings in community ownership across Scotland, ranging from libraries and community centres to primary schools, police stations and post offices, as local groups work to revive their town centres and neighbourhoods.

 In response to the rising enquiries, DTAS has produced a new Churches Crowdfunder Guide to support communities taking on local buildings. The resource gives practical guidance on how to run a successful crowdfunding campaign and is illustrated with recent case studies.

Groups can access the guide at b.link/DTAS_guide

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