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Big boost for the Big Build
£98,000 funding boast for SAYFC Big Build project
The Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs (SAYFC) Big Build campaign received an extra boost this week when Jim Fairlie MSP, Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity announced that the Scottish Government would match fund SAYFC funding efforts by up to £98,000.
The announcement, made at the Royal Highland Show (RHS) was warmly received by SAYFC representatives.
The Big Build campaign aims to raise the funds needed to build a new home for our nation’s Young Farmers. The project seeks to conserve the unique heritage of the Association whilst also looking towards securing a bright future for its members and the wider agricultural community.
The iconic Young Farmers Centre has been a landmark of the Royal Highland Showground since it’s opening in 1969. But now, after a recent round of inspections, SAYFC have been advised that this well-known sight of the show is no longer safe for use.
As a result a new facility will replace the existing structure on the Royal Highland Showground. The centre will be a cornerstone for SAYFC activities during the RHS and serve various purposes for the organisation throughout the year. This will include acting as a base for the staff team and a possible hub for other rural charities.
When not in use by SAYFC, the building will be marketed as an events space, generating additional revenue for the Association and its members.
Jillian Kennedy, SAYFC National Chair said:
“SAYFC offers a fantastic social network for young people, filled with opportunities to connect, share experiences, and develop skills.
“The Big Build is our commitment to ensuring a permanent home for SAYFC while preserving and celebrating our rich heritage and investing in the future of rural youth.
“The new centre will provide a shared purpose and collaborative environment in supporting the rural sector and safeguard a lasting legacy that empowers young farmers for generations to come.”
As part of the Big Build project, SAYFC carried out a feasibility study around what the best possible course of action for the Association would be.
James Logan, Chair of Royal Highland & Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS), said:
“SAYFC plays a crucial role in helping to support the next generation of farmers and those across the rural sectors and we know that those who benefit from their support and services value them greatly.
“It’s so important that organisations like SAYFC have a platform at ag-events like the Show to help empower young people across the country and so we are thrilled that we’ve been able to work with the team to help find them a suitable location to talk about their vibrant work.”
Find out more and how to support SAYFC go to: https://www.sayfc.org/donate/sayfcs-big-build/
