Aims/priorities: The UK Community Tree Planting Programme supports projects run by community groups and voluntary organisations that engage communities in planting and caring for native species of trees.
The Programme supports community projects that will:
- Conserve, restore and protect indigenous trees and woodlands, forests, habitats and associated biodiversity.
- Support community engagement in tree planting to promote reforestation and to increase awareness of the importance of trees and forests to environmental and human well-being.
- Encourage social cohesion and inclusion.
Who can apply? Community-based organisations, such as a school, community group, social enterprise, non-governmental organisation, or parish council, can apply.
Groups must:
- Have a bank account in the name of the organisation.
- Have signed permission from the owner or manager of the land indicating that the project meets all legal requirements.
- Be based in the UK.
Grant amount: Grants are available for community woodlands/hedging projects that range from 100 – 10,000 trees planted per year, with a maximum price equivalent to £2.15 per tree (inclusive of tree protection and mulch).
In addition, these projects also receive two maintenance grants equivalent to £0.10 per tree, disbursed in the first and second summers after planting.
Application process: Guidance notes and an online application portal are available from the International Tree Foundation's website.
Contact the International Tree Foundation for further information.
Deadline: Friday, 11 December 2026.
Contact information: Email: programmes@internationaltreefoundation.org
Website: International Tree Foundation