Grants for Community and Environmental Projects

The Veolia Environmental Trust, which provides grants for community and environmental projects, has announced the opening of its next funding round. Grants are available to enhance community facilities and natural habitats across England.

Constituted not-for-profit organisations, local authorities, and Environmental Bodies (EBs) are invited to apply for funding through two primary schemes:

• the Community Grants Scheme.
• the Habitat & Biodiversity Grants Scheme.

Under the Community Grants Scheme, applicants can request between £10,000 and £75,000 to develop or improve publicly accessible spaces that promote community action, inclusivity, and environmental sustainability.

The Habitat & Biodiversity Grants Scheme offers between £10,000 and £75,000 for projects focused on creating or enhancing natural habitats to support native species and biodiversity. The total funding available for these schemes has not been specified.

Eligible projects must not have commenced physical work prior to application and should have all necessary permissions in place. It’s essential to verify that the project location falls within the Trust’s eligible areas using their postcode checker.

The current application round closes at 12:00 midday on 26 June 2025. Prospective applicants should consult the Trust’s official website for detailed criteria and guidance documents. Applications can be submitted through the online portal provided on the Trust’s website.

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