We have offered fundingto Project Scotland in 2008-09 of £1.4 million to ensure thatall current commitments to those seeking placements under its current programmecan be fulfilled.We are appreciativeof the benefits that Project Scotland has generated in raising the profile of volunteeringamong young people and for the opportunities it has offered to individuals who participatedin the programme. However, we have decided that our approach should be to facilitatevolunteering opportunities for as many people as possible, of all ages and backgrounds,using a wide range of providers.