Grants of up to £3,000 are available for community groups and organisations to deliver local projects and activities to improve Leicestershire’s environment through the SHIRE Environment Grant.

Grants are available for projects which meet one or more of the following outcomes:

  • To reduce the amount of household waste produced in Leicestershire
  • To reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions within communities
  • To improve biodiversity and support the creation, protection, enhancement and management of sustainable green spaces
  • To raise awareness and understanding on the above outcomes as well as providing necessary training and skills to manage and support projects.

Leicestershire County Council are looking to support projects that improve the local environment through waste prevention and reuse to minimise the amount thrown away, reducing carbon and improving biodiversity.

Details of the SHIRE Environment Grant and the application form are available on the Leicestershire Communities website.

Last updated: Mon 19th June, 2023 @ 12:05