Open Call: Green Community Grants Programme (United Kingdom)

The Wildlife Trusts is offering the Green Community Grants Programme with one-year flexible funding for not-for-profit groups in England, Scotland, and Wales. Grants are available up to £25,000, and the programme supports community-focused projects that help nature recover and address climate, or improve nature-rich spaces and access. The application deadline is 11:59pm on 21 October 2026. The Green Community Grants Programme provides one-year flexible funding to not-for-profit groups working to support nature and communities. Applicants’ organisation aims and objectives must align with one of two funding themes, while the programme also allows funding to support broader sustainable activities. To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following: Funding priorities (not stated as mandatory eligibility): The programme also describes priority for certain organisations (see next section). The priorities should be treated as guidance for decision-making rather than eligibility rules unless the official guidance states otherwise. The opportunity centres on two main funding themes, with flexibility for related sustainable community activity. Projects can fit within or support: This grant supports community-based, not-for-profit work that helps strengthen environmental outcomes while improving access to nature. It is designed for groups with established operations and relevant organisational aims, and it highlights additional priority areas such as deprivation and support for marginalised communities. Official application page (includes guidance downloads and Apply now button): Green Community Grants Programme | The Wildlife Trusts

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Note: The source text does not specify the required supporting documents or detailed application steps beyond downloading guidance and submitting via the application portal. Applicants should follow the official guidance notes. What is the Green Community Grants Programme? It is a Wildlife Trusts programme providing one-year flexible funding for not-for-profit groups in England, Scotland, and Wales with grants of up to £25,000. Who can apply? Not-for-profit groups that have been operating for at least 12 months, have an annual income between £10,000 and £1 million, and whose main aims/objectives fit one of the two funding themes. What are the main funding themes?

The themes are: (1) nature recovery and responding to the climate emergency, and (2) improving nature-rich spaces and access to them.

Can the grant fund activities beyond the two themes? Yes. The source states that, while organisational objects should fit one of the themes, funding can also be used for a wider range of sustainable activities, including recycling, litter picking, beach cleans, or sustainable transport. How much funding is available and for how long? Grants are up to £25,000 and are for one year. What is the application deadline?

The deadline is 11: 59pm on 21 October 2026.

Where do I apply and find guidance? Download the Guidance Notes (PDF/Word) from the official page and submit via the Apply now button leading to the application portal. Review the official Guidance Notes for Green Community Grants Programme 2026 to confirm application requirements, documents, and any programme rules not captured in the summary text. Then ensure your organisation’s objectives align with the two funding themes before submitting through the application portal by 11:59pm on 21 October 2026.