Join us for a chance to learn about current environmental sustainability connected funding opportunities for your group or community project. 

• Presentation: 2:00pm - 3:15pm
• One-to-ones: 3:15pm to 4:00pm

This session will give an overview of the Awards for All and Reaching Communities grant programmes, with a particular focus on how both can support environmental projects. Rosie Mellor, The National Lottery, will explain the main differences between the two funds, including the size and length of grants, who they’re aimed at, and what the application and decision‑making process looks like.

Rosie will also introduce the Fund’s environment mission, which focuses on supporting communities to take action on climate and nature, particularly where there are barriers to participation or access to quality natural spaces. We’ll cover success rates in broad terms, common reasons projects are funded or not, and how to think about which programme is the best fit for your organisation and idea.

Estelle Worthington, CVSCE, will also update on other support and funding opportunities that are available to groups and community groups working in this area.

Ideal for community and voluntary organisations who are running or plan to run projects that protect nature or are focused on environmental sustainability.

The session will finish with a one-to-one question and answer session, giving attendees the chance to ask specific questions and get more tailored guidance for their organisation or project idea.