You could apply for a grant to help tackle the Climate and Ecological Emergency

Groups in Weymouth can apply for funding for projects which specifically tackle the climate and ecological emergency.

In total, £10,000 is up for grabs, and groups can apply for funding of between £500 and £2,500 to support their initiatives. Examples of what the grants can cover include:

• Reducing carbon emissions in businesses or organisations, including community and voluntary groups
• Supporting behaviour change and sustainable living 
• Projects which will result in greater access to nature areas or supporting improvements in biodiversity 
• Providing education and awareness of the Climate and Ecological emergency through direct engagement with hard to reach groups and individuals
• Projects which aim to help communities improve upon their surroundings, from the effects of climate change 

To be eligible for funding, applicants must meet the criteria listed in the application form below:

If your organisation has an idea on how Weymouth could benefit from this type of grant, please complete the application form and send it to office@weymouthtowncouncil.gov.uk