Grant Fund open
The Nature Buddies Community Access Fund supports local people to carry out capital access improvements to create more inclusive opportunities for people to explore the Dorset National Landscape. The Fund is will reopen in 2025.
The Nature Buddies Community Access Fund is aimed at supporting local people to carry out capital access improvements to create more inclusive opportunities for people to explore the Dorset National Landscape.
Improvements could include access enhancements such as changing stiles or gates, installing handrails and sit spots or improving access through research projects, partnership development and training.
We have a total of £15,000 to distribute, with typical grant awards likely to be around £2,500 – £5000 and we can fund up to 75% of costs for voluntary groups/charities.
Applications are currently closed but will reopen in 2025. Full details of the Fund and application form are available here
If you would like some informal advice about your project please contact Julie.hammon@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
The Nature Buddies Network is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, made possible by National Lottery players. With funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and DEFRA supported funding we have been able to launch the Community Access Fund as part of the Nature Buddies Network.