Launched on 22 May 2024, The Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund looks to enable community-led project groups in Scotland to design and deliver local nature restoration projects. The aim of this Fund is to help communities develop their ideas for nature restoration into a pipeline of deliverable projects with a whole ecosystem approach. Funding will be administered by Inspiring Scotland and supported by the Carman Family Foundation, the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fund (managed by NatureScot) and other funders.
Community groups can apply for up to £13,500 which can contribute to nature development activities, specialist consultancy, new staff posts and core costs. They will also receive £1,500 in professional fundraising support in addition to their grant. To apply for this funding, you must be a not-for-profit community-led organisation based in a specific geographic area in Scotland. Your project must focus on one (or more) parts of ecosystem restoration. These are:
- Connecting Nature Corridors
- Habitat and Species Restoration
- Freshwater and Wetland Restoration
- Coastal and Marine Initiatives
- Control of Invasive Non-Native Species Impacting Nature
- Enhancing and Connecting Nature Within Villages, Towns, or Cities
Before you can apply, you need to complete the Expression of Interest Form, which will give you access to the:
- Application Form
- Application Questions (Microsoft Word) to help prepare your application
- Budget Template
- Fund Information & Guidance Notes
The deadline for applications is 12pm Wednesday 3 July 2024.
For more information, please visit the Inspiring Scotland website, email: nature@inspiringscotland.org.uk, or call 0131 442 8760.
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