The WCHCDT led project aims to transform the derelict former Co-operative Bakery in West Calder into a hub for local economic development, local community cohesion, resilience, celebration, place making and community wealth building.
The completed centre will be home to a heritage attraction and museum on the Co-operative movement in Scotland, as well as spaces for community, training and wellbeing services, creating 22 new jobs and 150 annual training opportunities targeted at the most disadvantaged.
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Executive councillor for economy, community empowerment and wealth building Kirsteen Sullivan said: "The Scottish Co-operative Discovery & Activity Centre will be a huge asset for West Lothian and Scotland as a whole.
"This funding is an important step forward towards the delivery of the centre, which will create a real focal point for training, economic regeneration and the local community.
"I look forward to seeing the iconic Co-op bakery building brought back into active use, for the benefit of the local community once more."
Gavin Henderson, Chair of WCHCDT, said: "This project has been created and developed by our local community and this is a massive boost. We are delighted. The Centre will help deliver on a wide range of issues that are important to our community and we look forward to delivering it."
The RCGF is a Scottish Government scheme delivered in partnership with COSLA and local authorities, to help community-based initiatives and create and support jobs and training places.
