Grant funding
We are here to empower communities to take action and work on challenges related to climate and nature action. One of the ways we do this is by directly providing funding for projects.
The East Lothian Climate Hub is currently distributing £10,000, assigned to Community Climate and Nature Action projects within East Lothian.
We are continuously seeking additional funding to provide higher levels of funding to organisations, and for an increasingly diverse range of activities.
East Lothian Climate Hub Community Climate and Nature Action Grants
Applications are open from 26 June 2024. There are two deadlines:
- 15 August 2024 (at 11:59pm)
- 15 November 2024 (at 11:59pm)
There is a total of £10,000 available, divided between three categories.
Category 1: Seed and Continuance Climate and Nature Action
Total of £7000 available. Applications to this category will be accepted for amounts between £200 – £1000. This grant is intended for all existing ELCAN organisations, and those which are dedicated mostly or completely to community-driven climate or nature action.
Category 2: Youth-Driven Action
Total of £1000 available. Applications to this category will be accepted for amounts between £50 – £200. Initiatives, campaigns or projects designed and driven by young people (mostly or all aged 18 or younger).
Category 3: Inclusivity-Driven Climate and Nature Action
Total of £2000 available. Applications to this category will be accepted for amounts between £100 – £500. This is open new ELCAN members, including those who consider themselves and their activity/core work as non-climate action, e.g. groups like sports clubs, freelancers, and small businesses.
If you are interested in applying for this grant, please see the following relevant links:
- Guidance Document (please read this before continuing)
- Google Form for submitting the application
- Word .docx for drafting your application (optional)
- PDF for drafting your application (optional)
If you have any questions, please email us at hello@eastlothianclimatehub.org
