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 March, 15 June, 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.

Megawatt Community Energy Fund Grant

Applications: ukcommunityfoundation.my.salesforce-sites.com/forms/QuartetCF/MCEG2022
Deadline: 28 May 2026, 11am

The Megawatt Community Energy Fund Grant is funded by Bristol Energy Cooperative and Low Carbon Gordano, with applications administered by Quartet Community Foundation. It offers grants of up to £4,000 for community projects that raise awareness of climate change, reduce fossil fuel use or help tackle fuel poverty.

The fund is open to groups working in Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Sedgemoor, with priority given to smaller organisations with charitable aims and an annual income of under £2.5 million. Applications that support an inclusive and fair transition to a more sustainable world are particularly encouraged, and decisions are expected within 8 weeks of the closing date.

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.

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.