Aims/priorities:
The UK Community Tree Planting Programme supports projects run by community groups and voluntary organisations that engage communities in planting and caring for native species of trees.
The Programme supports community projects that will:
- Conserve, restore and protect indigenous trees and woodlands, forests, habitats and associated biodiversity.
- Support community engagement in tree planting to promote reforestation and to increase awareness of the importance of trees and forests to environmental and human well-being.
- Encourage social cohesion and inclusion.
Who can apply?
Applications to this round will be accepted from organisations that are community-based, such as a school, community group or non-governmental organisation.
To be eligible, applicants must have:
- Signed permission from the owner or manager of the land indicating that their project meets legal requirements.
- A bank account in the organisation's name.
Grant amount:
There are two tiers of funding available:
- Grants of up to £1,000 are available for projects of up to one year.
- Grants for large-scale projects ranging from 1000 to 10,000 trees with a maximum price equivalent to £1.50/tree (inclusive of tree protection).
Application process:
Guidance notes and an application pack can be found on the International Tree Foundation's website.
Deadline:
The next deadline for applications is 15 December 2023.
Contact information:
Email: programmes@internationaltreefoundation.org