Aims/priorities: The funding is for projects that meet one or both of these aims:
- Help people connect with and care for nature in their area.
- Make a positive difference to the environment.
The funding can be used to:
- Start a new activity or continue an existing one.
- Help organisations adapt to new challenges.
- Run one-off events that have a clear environmental benefit.
All projects must benefit the local community and involve local people from the start.
Who can apply? Applications are accepted from:
- Constituted voluntary or community organisations
- Constituted groups or clubs
- Registered charities
- Charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs)
- Not-for-profit companies
- Community interest company (CICs)
- Schools, if the project helps the local community, not just the school
- Statutory bodies (including local authorities, town, parish, and community councils)
- Community benefit societies.
To be eligible for funding applicants must have:
- At least two directors who are not related.
- A UK bank account in the name of their organisation.
Grant amount: Between £300 and £20,000 for up to two years are available.
Application process: Guidance notes are currently available on the NLCF website.
Groups should submit their application at least 16 weeks before the funding is needed. NLCF is receiving more applications than usual so it may take longer to respond. Applicants should wait for approval before starting their project or spending money.
Deadline: Wednesday 17 December 2025.
Contact information: Email: General.Enquiries@tnlcommunityfund.org.uk
Website: National Lottery Awards for All England – Environment | The National Lottery Community Fund