Hay2Timbuktu would welcome donations to support essential food growing in Timbuktu, which is suffering from political and climate insecurity. Click here to find out more, or visit them this Saturday, 20th December at the Fairtrade Festival in Hay-on-Wye Butter Market.
Apply by 17 December. The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) environment theme supports community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live. NCLF will fund projects that make a positive difference to local green spaces and £300 – £20,000 per project is available for up to two years. Grants of £3-5,000 are available from the Nineveh Charitable Trust for UK schools, PTAs and not-for-profit organisations, for projects that promote a better understanding of the environment. To explore more funding opportunities, including local and national schemes, visit the
Apply by 17 December. The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) environment theme supports community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live. NCLF will fund projects that make a positive difference to local green spaces and £300 – £20,000 per project is available for up to two years. Grants of £3-5,000 are available from the Nineveh Charitable Trust for UK schools, PTAs and not-for-profit organisations, for projects that promote a better understanding of the environment. To explore more funding opportunities, including local and national schemes, visit the
Free Energy Advice Sessions Severn Wye are offering free, practical energy advice on Monday 10th November at Holme Lacey Village Hall to individuals and households to help reduce costs and reduce carbon emissions. Click here for more details. Warm Homes Local Grant funding for Herefordshire residents Residents can now apply for the Warm Homes Local Grant scheme. The aim of the scheme, is to improve as many fuel poor homes as possible, helping to reduce energy bills for the occupants, and cut carbon emissions. The scheme aims to support low-income Herefordshire households living in the least energy efficient homes. The Warm
Good news! Multiple grant schemes are now open or launching soon, designed to support local groups, charities, and organisations across Herefordshire to deliver meaningful change. Whether your ideas focus on wellbeing, nature, safety, or bringing people together, there’s likely a funding route for you. Below is a round-up of the current grants and what you need to know. Small Sparks Grant Delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, the Small Sparks Grant provides up to £1,000 for grassroots projects that bring people together, build local connections, and increase community resilience. Think small but impactful: pop-up gatherings, community gardens, new local clubs. Projects
Good news! Multiple grant schemes are now open or launching soon, designed to support local groups, charities, and organisations across Herefordshire to deliver meaningful change. Whether your ideas focus on wellbeing, nature, safety, or bringing people together, there’s likely a funding route for you. Below is a round-up of the current grants and what you need to know. Small Sparks Grant Delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, the Small Sparks Grant provides up to £1,000 for grassroots projects that bring people together, build local connections, and increase community resilience. Think small but impactful: pop-up gatherings, community gardens, new local clubs. Applications
Severn Wye are offering free, practical energy advice on Monday 10th November at Holme Lacey Village Hall to individuals and households to help reduce costs and reduce carbon emissions. Click here for more details
Small Sparks Grant Small Sparks, delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, has £50,000 to distribute to support informal, grassroots initiatives. Grants of up to £1,000 are available to fund small scale projects that bring people together, build local connections, and strengthen community resilience. Example activities could include creating a community garden, or shared space, running a neighbourhood event or starting a local club. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until 30th November 2025, or until the fund is fully allocated. Early submission is strongly encouraged. You can find out more, including details of how to apply on the Herefordshire
Small Sparks Grant Small Sparks, delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, has £50,000 to distribute to support informal, grassroots initiatives. Grants of up to £1,000 are available to fund small scale projects that bring people together, build local connections, and strengthen community resilience. Example activities could include creating a community garden, or shared space, running a neighbourhood event or starting a local club. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until 30th November 2025, or until the fund is fully allocated. Early submission is strongly encouraged. You can find out more, including details of how to apply on the Herefordshire
UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Grant Funding Available The following grant schemes funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) aim to improve wellbeing, inclusion and local access: Small Sparks grants Small Sparks, delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, has £50,000 to distribute to support informal, grassroots initiatives. Grants of up to £1,000 are available to fund small scale projects that bring people together, build local connections, and strengthen community resilience. Example activities could include creating a community garden, or shared space, running a neighbourhood event or starting a local club. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until
