HSBC Environment Fund
Easy-to-access grants for groups who want to take local actions that contribute to tackling global and environmental issues
Funded by the HSBC Bank plc who have donated funds to the Cumbria Community Foundation since 2000. The HSBC Environment Fund is expected to generate about £2,000 for grant making each year
Last year we gave 2 grants of £500 each
Priorities for this fund are projects and initiatives that promote or implement:
. sustainable use of energy and energy efficiency
. sustainable use of other resources
. reducing climate change
. nature conservation
Examples of activities the fund would like to support:
. free information events about sustainable energy eg domestic solar or wind power
. projects to improve the energy efficiency of residents on low incomes
. community transport initiatives
. small scale recycling projects including furniture, clothing, and paint
. information about sustainable lifestyles eg local producers
. free practical workshops about composting methods
. hedge restoration and wildflower planting schemes
If you are interested in applying to this fund, please read the following details carefully along with our Applying for Money page
We will not normally fund
. enhancement of habitat for sporting purposes
. playground or school ground improvements
. zoos, captive breeding and animal rescue centres
. site improvements
. beautification competitions (eg villages in bloom)
. computers
. individuals
. photocopiers
. vehicle purchase costs
How much can you apply for?
* maximum grant will normally be £1,000
* grants of up to £500 may be fast tracked
If you would like to know more about this fund please contact Deb Muscat (tel 01900 820826/825760 Fax 01900 826527)
Download the Application Form or the Barrow Application Form and save it to your computer
updated 02.04.08