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  • New Social Enterprise Support Programme for Derby

    New Social Enterprise Support Programme for Derby

    Running from January 2026 to March 2026, Derby’s Social Economy Business Support Programme will be delivered by Locality in partnership with Derby City Council. This fully funded programme is designed to support incorporated social enterprises, community organisations, co-operatives and charities based in Derby to strengthen their business skills, improve sustainability, and increase their social impact in addressing…

  • Grow Wild Community Programme Opens Applications for 2026 Projects

    Grow Wild Community Programme Opens Applications for 2026 Projects

    The Grow Wild Community Programme is offering around 23 grants of up to £2,000 to not-for-profit groups across the UK to transform urban spaces for the benefit of people and wildlife through planting and championing UK native plants or fungi. Projects should enhance the biodiversity of the urban space with planting and growing as a…

  • 7Stars Foundation Accepting Applications for First 2026 Funding Round

    7Stars Foundation Accepting Applications for First 2026 Funding Round

    Registered charities and organisations working with young people can apply for funding to deliver projects and work that supports young people aged 18 years and under across the priority themes.  These are abuse, addiction, child carers, and homelessness. Grants are award against the following categories: Grants are unrestricted and designed to strengthen an organisation so…

  • Funding to Help Children and Young People in England Reach Their Full Potential

    Funding to Help Children and Young People in England Reach Their Full Potential

    The Bluesparks Foundation supports schools, community groups, clubs, societies and other not-for-profit organisations.  Grants of up to £5,000 are available for projects that help to improve the education and development of children and young people (between the ages of six and 22 years). The funding is for the cost of specific, relatively small-scale projects that…

  • Environment Agency Confirms 2026 Funding for Angling Projects

    Environment Agency Confirms 2026 Funding for Angling Projects

    The Environment Agency has outlined its support for projects that reinvest fishing licence income into measures to benefit anglers. The Fisheries Improvement Programme will make money available for work to enhance habitat and facilities. It will also assist fisheries in adapting to climate pressures. A total of £730,000 will be available in 2026. Most awards…

  • Another Way Women’s Foundation

    Another Way Women’s Foundation

    Another Way Women’s Foundation is an independent, volunteer-led, grant-making charity dedicated to enabling a brighter and fairer future for women and girls through financial support, education, empowerment and advancement. The Foundation supports impactful projects and services with the aim of accelerating gender equality, effecting system change and advancing women’s lives, sustainably, at both an individual…

  • Ramblers Path Accessibility Fund Opens for 2026 Applications

    Ramblers Path Accessibility Fund Opens for 2026 Applications

    This funding opportunity supports organisations working to improve outdoor access and physical activity opportunities in their communities.  Grants are available to remove barriers and improve access on public rights of way across England and Wales The Ramblers Path Accessibility Fund is now accepting applications for its 2026 funding round. They’re offering grants to make the…

  • Funding for Community-led Environmental and Sustainability Projects

    Funding for Community-led Environmental and Sustainability Projects

    As part of its long-term commitment to sustainability, the Stobart Group has launched a new fund to support community-led environmental and sustainability projects across the UK. The Stobart Sustainability Fund will support not-for-profit organisations, community groups, and educational facilities, such as schools and colleges, in transforming their local communities through projects that: The fund aims…

  • Grants to Help Disabled and Disadvantaged People Connect with Nature

    Grants to Help Disabled and Disadvantaged People Connect with Nature

    Charities and not-for-profit organisations in England and Wales can apply for grants of up to £5,000 for projects that help disadvantaged people connect with nature and the countryside. The funding, made available through the CLA Charitable Trust, supports projects that improve the physical and mental health and well-being of disadvantaged people by helping them visit and…

  • Notts 1st New Local Nature Recovery Strategy

    Notts 1st New Local Nature Recovery Strategy

    A collaborative plan to protect, restore, and enhance nature across our county by Nottinghamshire County Council. This strategy sets out how we can work together to create thriving habitats, support biodiversity, and ensure that nature is part of every community. Over the next year, they aim to expand efforts to support our diverse natural areas.…

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