
The climate and nature emergency affects us all, but local action can make a real difference. The National Lottery Community Fund will be funding community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live. Grants are available for voluntary and community organisations, schools and local authorities in England
You can use the funding to:
The NLCF are looking to fund projects that:
The online application form will be available from 25 June, 2025.
Grants of up to £45,000 are available, offering development funding and strategic support to early-stage charities and social enterprises.
Unrestricted grants for community and voluntary sports groups delivering activities for a social purpose to under-represented communities. The 2025/26 programme is focused on supporting adult participation in sport.
Grants of up to £10,000 over 18 months are available to women’s and girls’ organisations to support campaigning and influencing work that enables women and girls to use their voice to achieve change.