Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited

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Typical grants
£1,000 – £30,000
Where they fund
Lancashire
Applications
Accepted
How to apply
Two-stage application

Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.

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About Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited

Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited is a grant-making body that supports environmental and community projects across Lancashire. It operates through the Landfill Tax Credit Scheme, directing resources to initiatives that benefit both nature and local communities. The funder is distinctive for its focus on environmental offsetting, supporting grassroots conservation and heritage projects. It values evidence-based ecological gains and community-nature integration, aiming to create lasting benefits for the county's environment and its residents.

What Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited funds

The funder supports projects in the areas of environment, community development, children and youth, sport and recreation, and heritage. Activities funded include capital works, equipment purchases, and project delivery. Projects must meet Landfill Tax Credit Scheme criteria, with priorities including public amenities and parks, habitat and species conservation, and historic buildings. The funder works across the whole of Lancashire county, benefiting the general public, children, and young people. Both environmental and community-focused projects are considered, with an emphasis on projects that provide clear ecological and public benefits.

Who can apply

Registered charities, community groups, trusts, unincorporated associations, and community-led groups can apply. The funder prioritises projects that benefit the general public, children, and young people. Eligible projects must be located within Lancashire, but not in the unitary authorities of Blackpool or Blackburn with Darwen. Projects must also align with the Landfill Tax Credit Scheme criteria, focusing on public amenities, habitat conservation, or historic buildings.

What Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited doesn't fund

The funder does not support projects outside Lancashire. Projects based in the unitary authorities of Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen are also excluded from funding.

How they like to fund

The funder provides grants for capital works, equipment, and project delivery, rather than ongoing core costs. Funding is directed through the Landfill Tax Credit Scheme, which underpins its focus on environmental offsetting and community benefits. The funder welcomes applications from eligible organisations across Lancashire.

How much does Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited give?

Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited runs 3 grant programmes. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.

Last verified 8 August 2026 · 45 sourced facts

Green GrantsCurrently closed
Up to £1,000
  • Online application form
  • Decisions in ~8 weeks
Main GrantsCurrently closed
  • Two-stage process
  • Match funding required
Small GrantsCurrently closed
£3,000 – £15,000
  • Two-stage process
  • Match funding required

Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.

What Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited funds — and what they won't

Their stated priorities

Projects must meet Landfill Tax Credit Scheme criteria: Public Amenities and Parks, Habitat and Species Conservation, Historic Buildings.

Costs they'll cover
Capital works & buildingsEquipmentProject delivery
The full exclusions list (1)
  • Projects outside Lancashire; projects in Blackpool or Blackburn with Darwen unitary authorities.

Good to know

FaithNo restriction
Focus areas
EnvironmentCommunity

How to apply to Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited

Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited takes applications via two-stage application.

  • Published programme route: online application form.
  • Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.

How it works

  1. 1
    Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
  2. 2
    See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
  3. 3
    Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited provide?

Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited runs 3 grant programmes — Green Grants: Up to £1,000 · Small Grants: £3,000 – £15,000.

Where does Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited fund charities?

Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited funds charities operating in Lancashire.

Does Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited accept unsolicited applications?

Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.

What does Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited not fund?

Their published exclusions include: Projects outside Lancashire; projects in Blackpool or Blackburn with Darwen unitary authorities.. The full exclusions list is further up this page.

How do I apply for funding from Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited?

Lancashire Environmental Fund Limited takes applications via two-stage application. Published programme route: online application form.

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