Heat Network Efficiency Scheme
The Royal Countryside Fund are launching a UK-wide Supporting Rural Communities grant programme on 10 January 2025. This new differentiated funding aims to support transformative, community-led initiatives across the UK, unlocking the huge potential for positive change in rural communities. The aim is to support innovative solutions that will “power up, not prop up” communities, inspiring change and encouraging economic vibrancy.
Supporting Rural Communities
Organisations can apply for grants of up to £25,000 over a period of 24 months to deliver activities along the themes of:
- Keeping young people in the countryside
- Powering up rural communities
- Increasing environmental sustainability
- Building emergency resilience in rural areas.
There will be a two-stage application process. Initially, you will need to send a short video and complete a simple Expression of Interest form. The deadline for expressions of interest is 21 February 2025.