Our environmental priorities

What we fund to help nature and the environment

Climate change and the loss of nature are two of the biggest challenges we face.

Scientists say climate change is the greatest threat to people around the world. At the same time, the UK has lost much of its wildlife, and the condition of nature is declining.

We need a healthy planet to live well, stay safe, and build strong communities.

These are global problems – but local action makes a difference. That’s why we support community projects that protect nature and help the environment.

We fund projects that meet one or both of these aims:

• help people connect with and care for nature in their area
• make a positive difference to the environment

These aims tie in with our missions. You can read more about the missions and what they’re all about.

Projects that involve animals

If your project involves animals, we can only fund the parts that benefit people and communities. We do not fund activities or costs that only involve animals.