Although people on low incomes and in other disadvantaged groups contribute least to causing climate change, they’re nevertheless the people who are most impacted by it.  In many communities they also lead the way in raising awareness about the need for climate justice and inspiring others to take action.

This small grants scheme supports the work of faith groups taking small scale local actions which address the link between climate change and poverty.

Who can apply?

Local faith groups registered as charities in Scotland, whose annual income is normally lower than £80,000, and who normally employ no more than 2 full-time equivalent staff members.  Please note that we prioritise our grant awards towards groups with minimal resources. If you’ve already received a small grant, it’s not possible to apply for a second grant until a year later and we would normally expect this to be for a different purpose.

Grants of up to £500 are available for local action around the following themes:

1. Community mobilising (eg events in your community bringing people together on climate action; outdoor installations & recycling; banner/ poster-making to raise awareness)
2. More effective use of community land (eg using land to grow food, create a community garden)
3. Respecting the environment (eg organising a local clean up, using buildings in a more eco-friendly way)
4. Local action on reducing fuel consumption (eg supporting sustainable energy use)

If you would like to apply, please read first the conditions of award and then click below to use the online form.