Essex communities with ideas to improve their local environment now have the chance to secure significant support through the National Lottery Awards for All England – Environment fund. Grants ranging from £300 to £20,000 are available to help organisations start new environmental initiatives, expand existing projects, or run one-off activities with a clear environmental benefit.
The programme, highlighted by Essex County Council’s Environment and Climate Action team, encourages applications from a wide variety of groups—not just registered charities. If you have a community-focused project that can make a real difference, this could be an ideal opportunity to bring it to life.
What Types of Projects Can Be Funded?
The National Lottery is particularly interested in projects that make a positive environmental impact in one or more of these areas:
Green spaces and nature
Reducing carbon emissions or saving energy
Broader environmental improvements
Potential project ideas include:
Creating or enhancing community gardens, rewilding areas, or providing outdoor learning opportunities
Setting up repair cafés
Launching food growing or food sharing initiatives
Installing solar panels or other energy-saving features in well-used community buildings
Simple Application Process
Applicants need to answer only a few straightforward questions, and decisions are typically made within 16 weeks. This makes the fund accessible to groups of all sizes, including new or informal community organisations.
If your organisation has a vision for strengthening local green spaces, reducing carbon footprints, or improving environmental wellbeing in your community, this grant could provide the support you need.
Essex Community Foundation (ECF) is seeking passionate and committed individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help guide our mission to support communities across Essex.
As some of our valued trustees step down after completing their terms, we are looking to strengthen and diversify our Board so that it truly reflects the communities and voluntary sector we serve. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of local philanthropy and making a lasting difference across Essex.
We’re Looking For:
We welcome applications from anyone with a passion for supporting communities, and we are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience or expertise in:
Charity and the Voluntary Sector
Finance and Investment
Grantmaking
Marketing and Communications
Philanthropy
If you know someone who would be a great fit, please encourage them to apply and share this opportunity within your networks.
Alongside our trustee recruitment, we are also seeking a Co-opted Member for our Finance and Investment Committee. This focused role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with investment expertise to make a meaningful contribution to our work.
The Greggs Foundation is delighted to announce the opening of its latest round of Community Grants, specifically targeting not-for-profit organisations operating within Tilbury, Essex.This initiative underscores the Foundation’s commitment to supporting local communities by addressing pressing needs and fostering positive change.
Funding Details:
Grant Amount:Up to £20,000 per year
Duration:Two years
Number of Grants Available:Up to three organisations will be funded in this round
Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for a Greggs Foundation Community Grant, applicant organisations must:
Be a not-for-profit entity
Operate within Tilbury, Essex
Align with the Foundation’s Theory of Change, which focuses on:
Addressing direct needs in the local community
Providing food and support for individuals
Reducing social isolation and expanding social networks
Building knowledge, confidence, and opportunities
Application Process:
Applications are now being accepted and will remain open until 12 noon on 9th May.Organisations interested in applying can access the application form and further details through the following link:
For additional information or to discuss the application process further, please contact the Greggs Foundation directly.
This funding opportunity represents a significant investment in the Tilbury community, aiming to empower local organisations that are dedicated to making a meaningful difference.Eligible organisations are encouraged to apply and contribute to the ongoing development and support of the local community.
