Dorset Directory
of Sustainability
Organisations
Dorset Climate
Change
Coalition
Sustainability &
Environment 3rd Sector Forum
Here is a list of funding opportunities which we are currently aware of, this list is not comprehensive. If you are aware of an opportunity which you would like to post on this page please email us.
Funding Links
Government Funded free funding search
http://www.fundingcentral.org.uk/Default.aspx
Dorset Community Action Funding pages - comprehensive section on environment
http://www.dorsetcommunityaction.org.uk/grants_page#ENVIRONMENTAL
Funding Sources da21 think are of particular relevance
Running or involved with a transition Group?
The co-operative is handing out small grants to help groups get started
in the SW call 01884 266892 or visit http://www.co-operative.coop
Dorset AONB Sustainable Development Fund - added 18.08.09
Funding available for outstanding projects!
If you're keen to make a difference and take forward a project that will enhance the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty we'd love to hear from you.
The Dorset AONB Sustainable Development Fund is once again open for applications, with £20,000 left to support local sustainable projects. The deadline for applications is 15th September 2009 . Your project, or a discreet phase of work, must be completed by 31st March 2010.
The Fund supports projects that:
Conserve and enhance the natural beauty and heritage of the area
Support communities in the area in ways that support the environment
Have the support of local people and / or meet a local need
Help deliver the AONB management plan.
Over the last four years, the Sustainable Development Fund has given grants totalling almost £300,000 to 68 local projects. These have included everything from local allotments, orchards and nature areas to outdoor activity centres, sustainable community buildings and even the conversion of a watermill to generate electricity.
The AONB Partnership works closely alongside Chalk & Cheese which has secured £3.1 million for local initiatives in Dorset and projects can be jointly funded by both schemes. Members of the Chalk & Cheese Local Action Group will help allocate the AONB fund, ensuring that local people have a direct say in the process.
This is a great chance to turn ideas into action and do your bit for your local environment and community. All details of how to apply plus examples of projects previously funded can be found on the AONB web site at www.dorsetaonb.org.uk or call Katharine Wright on 01305 228239 / or email k.wright@dorsetcc.gov.uk for advice.
Grassroots Grants
Small grants for local community groups. To be eligible for funding from this programme your group must be:
* active in the local community
* have an income of less than £30,000 (averaged over last three
years)
* be run mainly by volunteers
* addressing a local disadvantage this must be clearly demonstrated in
the application
* have been active in the local community since January 2008.
Grants of between £250 and £5000 are available for capital, project and core costs. But you can only have a maximum of £5000 over the three years of the programme. Grants must be spent within the financial year in which they are awarded.
More information http://www.localgiving4dorset.org.uk/content/view.php?item=53
Wessex Watermark
Support community and voluntary projects that will directly benefit the environment in the Wessex Water Region. Grants of between £100 and £1,500 are available for project costs, with an additional award of £2,500 which is made to a selected special project. Other funding will need to be secured.
Website: http://www.conservationfoundation.co.uk
Website: http://www.wessexwater.co.uk/watermark
Tel: (020) 7591 311
The Community Foundation Bournemouth, Dorset, Poole
The Community Foundation administers a variety of funds which aim to
support not for profit voluntary and community groups across the whole
of Dorset. Funds include
• Sports Relief
• JP Morgan
• Burning Issues
Grants vary from £150 - £10,000 depending on fund. Applications
can be sent at anytime. For any further information or an informal chat
please call.
Website: http://www.localgiving4dorset.org.uk/home/home.php
Tel: 01202 292255
Email: bdpfoundation@btconnect.com