South Downs National Park Trust funds practical, place-based projects that improve the South Downs landscape for both people and wildlife. Its giving is especially focused on nature recovery, habitat restoration, and community engagement activities that connect local people—particularly young people—to the natural environment. The Trust tends to support projects with visible on-the-ground outcomes such as tree planting, pond and wetland restoration, pollinator corridors, and community-led sustainability initiatives.
Competitive, program-specific grants with clear thematic priorities and geographic restrictions to the South Downs National Park; some funds are pitch-style, and many awards appear to support project delivery or partnerships rather than unrestricted core funding.
Apply only for projects that directly benefit the South Downs National Park and align tightly with an active fund theme (for example, nature recovery, trees, ponds, pollinators, youth action, or community sustainability). Emphasize measurable biodiversity and community outcomes, and watch for competitive pitch-based calls like Community Pitch 2026 and other fund-specific deadlines on the Trust’s grants pages.
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Current and upcoming funding from South Downs National Park Trust that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Shortlisted project and community groups in the Lewes District; applicants must fundraise 10% of the project value themselves.
Deadline: Final round applications due Tuesday 30 June 2026.
Who can apply: Groups that may not have access to the National Park and may struggle with transport costs.
Who can apply: Worked on together with landowners; intended for projects that restore woodland in the Downs.
Who can apply: Schools and colleges seeking curriculum-linked and/or health and wellbeing outcomes through outdoor learning experiences in the National Park.
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