About the scheme
We have introduced a small grants scheme to fund projects for like-minded organisations or groups in the Blackwater Valley, to help them achieve their objectives.
The minimum grant is £100 and the maximum is currently £3000.
Applications are reviewed by our management committee on a rolling basis, with feedback provided shortly after review. Further information may be requested.
Applications are open throughout the year, please send a completed application form the Chair@BVCT.org.uk
Please contact us if you have any questions prior to submitting an application!
Conditions
Some conditions apply:
- grants will only be made for purposes we consider to be within our own objectives
- funds cannot be provided for running or ongoing expenses
- applicants must have a constitution and a bank account.
How to apply
Examples of purposes that could qualify for grants include:
- equipment for groups to use for working on local nature areas
- improvements to places for the benefit of wildlife
- improving access to recreational facilities
- path improvements
- creating new wildlife habitats
- offering educational opportunities to the public
- monitoring and recording wildlife
Awards
In 2023 we made awards totalling £2,000 to four local organisations. We are actively reviewing new applications and will publish updates on our grants in 2024.