Funding news from The National Lottery Community Fund in Wales
The National Lottery Community Fund has announced some exciting changes to their funding programmes in Wales.
Small Eco Awards — now open
The Fund has launched a brand-new programme – Small Eco Awards – offering grants of £300 to £20,000 for community groups in Wales who want to take practical action for the environment.
This could mean things like improving a local green space, protecting nature, reducing waste, connecting people with the environment, supporting climate resilience, or helping to create a greener, healthier community. It’s open to any community group with a practical idea – not just environmental organisations.
Importantly, groups can hold a Small Eco Awards grant at the same time as a National Lottery Awards for All grant.
Read more about the programme on the Fund’s website
Sustainable Steps Wales – Egin Programme — bigger grants now available
The maximum grant through the Egin environmental mentoring programme has more than doubled – from £15,000 to £35,000 – from 22 July. Alongside the grant, organisations on the Egin programme receive personalised mentoring to help them build the skills and knowledge for lasting environmental change.
Read more about the programme on the Fund’s website
People and Places — bigger grants from 9 September 2026
From 9 September, the maximum medium grant rises from £100,000 to £150,000, and the maximum large grant rises from £500,000 to £700,000. If you’re thinking about applying, speak with the Fund’s team first to discuss the most appropriate amount.
Active applications currently being assessed will be considered under the existing criteria. Organisations with an active application who wish to apply for an increased amount can withdraw and resubmit on or after 9 September. The Fund wants to make this as easy as possible and are therefore encouraging organisations to speak with their allocated Funding Officer who will support them through this process.
Get in touch with the Fund
The Fund’s team in Wales is available to help anyone develop an idea or find the right programme for them. If you’d like to find out more or talk through a funding idea, please do get in touch with them directly.
Talk to us: 0300 123 0735 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) Email: wales@tnlcommunityfund.org.uk