SEEN Grants and Funding

Somerset Council

Somerset ‘Go Green’ Scheme Applications: gogreenscheme.org.uk/go-green-scheme Deadline: Ongoing The Go Green Scheme is a Somerset Council initiative delivered by Net Zero consultancy Balanced Energy Ltd, offering practical support and financial assistance to help local businesses reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. Funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and the Local Growth Fund, the scheme is open to Somerset-based enterprises with up to 250 employees. It provides tailored advice, site visits, and sustainability plans to help businesses understand and cut their energy use, improve profitability, and contribute to a cleaner, low-carbon economy.

Clark Foundation Applications: theclarkfoundation.org.uk Deadline: Ongoing The Clark Foundation is inviting applications from not-for-profit organisations in Somerset for grants supporting capital projects and equipment purchases. With a focus on enhancing leisure, learning, and wellbeing, the Foundation prioritises initiatives that benefit areas where Clarks employees live and work. Successful applicants must demonstrate a commitment to sustainable operations beyond the life of their project. Grants range from £250 to over £100,000, with decisions made quarterly or year-round depending on the amount requested.

Grants for Good Applications: matthewgoodfoundation.org/amplify-fund-grants-for-good Funding rounds: Quarterly, with application cut-off dates on 15 September and 15 December 2026 Grants for Good, funded by the John Good Group through the Matthew Good Foundation, is aimed at small and growing local charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises that are making a positive impact on communities, people or the environment. It offers unrestricted funding, meaning successful applicants can use the money for core costs as well as project work. To be eligible, organisations must be UK-based, have an annual income of less than £50,000 and hold a bank account in the organisation’s name. The fund awards £15,000 every 3 months, shared between 5 shortlisted projects, with grants ranging from £2,000 to £5,000 depending on the outcome of an employee vote.

One Stop community project funding Applications: groundwork.org.uk/one-stop-community-partnership Deadline: 30 September 2026 The One Stop Community Partnership is a funding and support programme delivered by Groundwork in partnership with One Stop Stores Ltd, designed to help local organisations make a positive difference in their communities. It offers grants of up to £1,000, alongside the opportunity to build a longer‑term partnership with a local One Stop store, including support with volunteering, fundraising and raising awareness. Charities, community organisations, schools, social enterprises, parish councils and other not‑for‑profit organisations operating within 2 miles of a One Stop store can apply by 31 March, for projects focused on priorities such as tackling food poverty, supporting vulnerable people, improving the environment and helping low‑income families.

Green Community Grants Applications: Community Energy England \| Green Community Grants Deadline: 21 October 2026 Green Community Grants offer one-year flexible funding for not-for-profit groups in England, Scotland and Wales that are working to support nature recovery, respond to the climate emergency or improve access to nature-rich spaces. Grants of up to £25,000 are available for eligible organisations with an annual income between £10,000 and £1 million, with priority for smaller organisations, groups working in more deprived communities and projects supporting marginalised groups.

The Movement Fund Applications: Community Energy England \| The Movement Fund Deadline: 30 October 2026 Sport England’s Movement Fund supports projects that help more people get active, particularly those facing barriers to taking part in physical activity. Grants or pledges from £300 to £15,000 are available for not-for-profit organisations, including sports clubs, community groups, charities, schools and local authorities, for projects lasting up to 12 months.

National Lottery Environment Fund Applications: Community Energy England \| National Lottery Environment Fund Deadline: 31 October 2026 The National Lottery Environment Fund supports community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live. Grants of £300 to £20,000 are available for eligible community organisations, charities, not-for-profits, constituted groups, schools, local authorities and other statutory bodies for activities with a clear environmental benefit.

Warm Homes Local Grant Applications: cse.org.uk/my-home/funding-and-grants-for-energy Deadline: 31 March 2028 The Warm Homes Local Grant, funded by the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero, is helping us reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency in fuel-poor homes. Running from April 2025 to March 2028, the scheme offers free upgrades such as insulation, solar panels and clean heating systems to eligible households. Properties must have an EPC rating of D or below and meet income or benefit criteria. Delivered on our behalf by the Centre for Sustainable Energy, the grant is currently fully subscribed for year one, but applications are open for future funding rounds.