The Conservations Volunteers (TCV) Chestnut Fund grant scheme has been designed to support grassroots community groups and initiatives wanting to deliver practical volunteering that improves the natural physical environment and better connections between people and green spaces.
Who can apply?
All of Humber and North Yorkshire. Applicants must be members of the TCV Community Network prior to applying for a TCV Chestnut Fund grant. Details of how to join for free here.
Funds available
Start-up grants:
These are for groups who have little or no money when they are first set up and are available to groups in their first year of existence. The grant will enable them to begin practical work and will cover administrative expenses, e.g. insurance fees, postage, publicity or hire of meeting rooms. The maximum grant will be £200.
Support grants:
These are for groups who have little or no money for tools, equipment and training. This grant is available to all groups, regardless of how long they have been constituted. The maximum grant will be £500.
Deadline date
Ongoing