A homebuilder is inviting groups and causes in Dumbarton to apply to its Community Fund.

The initiative, from Miller Homes, is aimed particularly at those near its Garshake Gardens and newly launched Chapel Gardens developments and offers the chance of a share of a £10,000 fund.

Since its launch in September 2022, 2,128 groups and charities have applied to the Community Fund, and 324 have been awarded grants, totalling £231,000.

In Scotland, 109 groups have benefited, with support coming from Miller Homes’ Scotland West and Scotland East regions, as well as its timber frame business, Walker Timber, located in Bo'ness.

Andrew McArthur, regional operations director for Miller Homes Scotland West, said: "The Community Fund is a fantastic way to support the residents of Dumbarton and other areas where we are building.

"We encourage projects in the early stages of fundraising or those needing a boost to continue their efforts to apply.

"We receive a wide range of applications each year, supporting everything from local sports teams and musical groups to community gardening initiatives and foodbanks."

During the application process, groups will need to outline how they plan to use the funding, whether it's to support education, wellbeing, sports participation, or environmental improvements.

Applications for the Community Fund will close on Monday, October 28.

A minimum of £250 and a maximum of £2000 will be awarded to successful applicants, who will be notified in November and paid in December.

More information is available at www.millerhomes.co.uk/corporate/community-fund