Funding to Reduce Litter and Improve Recycling in Public Open Spaces

Grants of up to £10,000 are available to local authorities or organisations responsible for managing public spaces in the UK to reduce litter and improving recycling in diverse public areas such as high streets, parks, and beaches, ensuring widespread benefits.

The Neat Streets grant fund provided by Hubbub, a UK-based environmental charity, and backed by McDonald’s aims to address environmental challenges through established campaign models.

The grants can be used to purchase new bins and signage, organising events, and developing comprehensive campaigns.

These campaigns must align with those featured in the Neat Streets resources, such as “Tidy Roadsides” targeting roadside litter, “Binning” aimed at urban litter reduction among young adults, “Love Your Forest” for natural beauty spots, “Neat Streets” for beach areas, and “In The Loop” for recycling in towns and cities. These campaigns are designed to be easily replicable and adaptable to local needs, ensuring maximum impact.

Applicants must demonstrate the feasibility of their project within the proposed budget and timeline and show how they will collaborate with local stakeholders to enhance the campaign’s effectiveness and ensure long-term sustainability.

Five grants will be given out over the next 12 months, with 1 – 2 grants, allocated every 3 months. The closing date for the first round of applications is the 13th September 2024 and there are subsequent rounds planned to open in October 2024.

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