The Small Grant Scheme is now open for applications until 17th September 2024, offering another exciting opportunity to apply for funding for projects aimed at revitalising shared greenspaces benefitting the community and the environment. Since 2014, the funding stream has supported local community volunteers focused on environmental action.
This grant scheme seeks to:
- Increase civic pride and improve the quality of the local environment through the creation of quality shared spaces.
- Transform underused spaces into vibrant and valued community places by adding habitats and increasing access to visitors.
- Deliver actions and projects in line with Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful’s Strategic Plan
- Improve the health and wellbeing of communities whilst helping to improve and/or maintain public spaces.
- Improve the quality of the local environment by reducing littering and dog fouling through community action.
- Support environmentally focused actions that help support people impacted by reduced contact with society.
How to Apply
It’s time to start working on your application! To prepare for applying to the Small Grants Scheme 2024/25, read the Guidance Notes and FAQs linked here. This will help you submit a strong application. Apply now.
Please note that applications for the Small Grants Scheme must be submitted through the new application portal below and not through the Live Here Love Here data hub as in previous years. Click the apply now link below to access the application form.