Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots project in Scotland receives funding from the Big Lottery Fund

 Across Scotland, nearly 140 projects are lucky enough to receive Lottery funding worth over £1m.And Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots SYLVAE project in Scotland is one of them, with its inspiring projects aimed at involving young people who come from challenging social, physical and economic backgrounds.http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/global-content/press-releases/scotland/061212_sco_a4a_communities-from-awards-for-allThe SYLVAE project aims to improve the awareness, self-confidence and social entrepreneurship of these youngsters with additional support needs who are based in the Highlands.The grant, amongst other projects will fund a new woodland area.Watch this space for updates on these projects and feedback from the groups involved.The Roots & Shoots Team