On this page, we will share relevant funding opportunities and information on how to apply. You can sign up to our mailing list for updates and read through this resource fundraising advice.
Below, you can find a list of funding opportunities currently available and we will update this page with any more information and resources that may help you.
Any questions? Contact us using [email protected].
Glasgow City Council Youth Climate Action Fund
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Are you 15-24 years old or an organisation working with this age group? Do you have an idea for a climate project?
Apply for a grant of up to £3,900 through the Youth Climate Action Fund now!
Westmorland and Furness Council Cumbria Action for Sustainability
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CAfS and Cumbria Sustainability Network have supported Great Big Green Week since its inception in September 2021, as part of Zero Carbon Cumbria Partnership’s commitment to broadening engagement with the climate debate, and getting as many people as possible to take local action.
Richmond Borough Council Climate action microgrants
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Following the success of the popular Climate Action Microgrants programme in 2024, Richmond Borough Council have now extended the funding to support projects and activities on an ongoing basis.
Around six grants will be awarded every other month over the next year.
Veolia Trust
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Veolia Environmental Trust award grants towards projects that make improvements to community facilities and the natural environment.
Lloyds Bank Foundation
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Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales partner with small and local charities, people, and communities working towards a more just and compassionate society. We’re an independent charitable foundation funded by the profits of Lloyds Banking Group.
Arnold Clark Community Fund
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The Arnold Clark Community Fund helps registered UK charities and community groups close to our branches build stronger communities across the UK. As part of our commitment to give back to the communities in which we operate, we believe that by caring for these communities today, we can help them create a better future.
Southall Trust
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The Trust awards grants to charities that are registered in the UK. Typically, these charities will be working in at least one of the following four fields: Quaker Work & Witness, Environmental Action & Sustainability, Peace & Reconciliation, Social Action.
Community Energy England
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A range of ongoing and time-limited funding from a wide range of sources and regions, all relevant to community energy organisations in England.
Community Energy Fund
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The aim of the fund is to help kickstart projects including small-scale wind farms and rooftop solar partnerships, as well as battery storage, rural heat networks, electric vehicle charging points, and fuel poverty alleviation schemes - all proposed, designed and owned by local people.
ActionFunder
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ActionFunder is a funding platform for non-profits in the UK looking for grants from businesses and foundations. The platform is home to over 6,000 charities, community groups and CICs seeking funding, and people across the country are using the platform to support their projects. Signing is quick and easy – and free!
The National Lottery Community Fund – Awards for All
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Awards for All is the National Lottery’s flagship funding programme, providing small grants to community organisations. The grant amount varies from £300 – £20,000, and organisations can hold their grant for up to two years. A key focus is helping communities become environmentally sustainable.
The National Lottery also recommends these other climate action funders.
Aviva’s Community Fund
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Aviva are supporting building stronger, more resilient communities across the UK by helping small charities and community causes with their Community Fund. This fund is focused on supporting communities to test innovative ideas, explore new sustainable strategies with risk, and provide support and resources to initiatives that help drive communities forward.
This is a match funding system, so Aviva will match each donation you receive up to £250. Organisations can receive up to £50,000 in match funding and eligible causes can apply at any time.