Small grants opportunity for schools and community groups
The Council is offering one off grants to schools and community groups to allow the establishment of food growing initiatives or to expand existing initiatives. Grants are limited to £500 per school/community organisation. At least 20 awards will be made by the Council. The grants are initially being prioritised for the borough’s primary and secondary schools.
The deadline for applications is Friday 17 April 2026 with applicants being advised if their applications have been successful by Thursday 30 April 2026, with funding awards being made shortly after. The application forms can be viewed and completed below.
The scheme aims to make a positive difference to the borough by supporting the vital work of schools and local organisations in supporting wider communities to realise the benefits associated with growing fresh produce.
Any grant monies awarded would need to be spent in full by 31 December 2026 (although the project itself does not have to be delivered by this date).
Food growing projects application form - Community Organisations
Food growing projects application form - Schools
You can request a copy of these questions in a Word document by emailing climatechange@runnymede.gov.uk
Completed Word document applications must be sent to this email address by 11:59pm on Friday 17 April 2026.
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