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Charity announces second round of climate action hub seed grants
Monday 29 July 2024 - 16:55
The charity FEL Scotland has launched a second round of Climate Action Hub seed grants, funded by the Scottish Government in a bid to help Scotland reach net zero.
Emily Harvey, Development Manager at FEL Scotland said: “Following the remarkable success of the first round of grants, which awarded £70,000 to 56 organisations across the Forth Valley and National Park areas, we’re now inviting applications for the next round of funding.
“Grants ranging from £250 to £1,000 are available to fund fresh and innovative approaches to tackle climate change, with the application window open until Monday 19 August.”
Groups looking for inspiration for their own community climate projects are encouraged to check out the series of seed grant success stories on the charity’s website: felscotland.org/climate-hub/seed-grant-stories
Grassroots not-for-profit Movement in Thyme was one of the local organisations to benefit from the first round of funding.
Founder Rox Madeira said: “Our seed grant enabled us to buy equipment and herbs, as well as create a booklet and film showcasing the connection between herbs and climate change.
“One of the ideas behind our herb garden, is to bring marginalised groups out to the countryside from the city. The grant has enabled us to reach people who ordinarily wouldn’t come out to visit us.
“In the future we’re hoping to bring more groups out to the garden, connecting people with nature and teaching them about the links between herbs and wellbeing.”
The seed grants scheme aims to support community-led projects that focus on raising awareness of climate change and its impacts, building partnerships between community groups and organisations, and encouraging communities to develop their own innovative long-term climate solutions that extend beyond the funding period.
Any community organisation or group in the Forth Valley and Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park area (excluding Argyll) can apply. This includes community councils, charities, community trusts and Community Interest Companies.
Emily Harvey added: “We’re eager to support innovative community-led climate action projects. The Seed Grants offer a fantastic opportunity for groups to develop their ideas and make a real impact.
“We especially welcome applications from groups new to climate action and those representing vulnerable or marginalised communities.”
For assistance with applications or any queries, please contact climate@felscotland.org
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