Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund

The facts, in the funder’s words

All quotes are from inspiringscotland.org.uk · neighbourhood ecosystem funds rolling programme unless marked. Checked 2 Nov 2026

How to apply

Apply directly

When a call is open, eligible applicants apply to the funder or the organisation running the call.

You can apply for this rolling programme at any time by submitting a short Expression of Interest Form.

Amount

Up to £13,500 GBP

You can apply for up to £13,500 to pay for the activities of your project.

Where

Scotland: United Kingdom

To apply for this funding, you must be a not-for-profit community-led organisation based in a specific place in Scotland.

Who can apply

Community groups

To apply for this funding, you must be a not-for-profit community-led organisation based in a specific place in Scotland.

Rounds

Rolling: apply any time

This fund is open on a rolling basis.

Co-funding required

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Run by

Inspiring Scotland

The Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund is a multi-investor programme supported by the Carman Family Foundation, the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund (managed by NatureScot), and other partners, and is managed by Inspiring Scotland.

Restoration approach

Community conservation, Rivers and lakes, Coasts and oceans, Urban nature, Species conservation and Wetlands

Our classification, from the funder’s description of what it supports.

The call

What the funder asks grantees to report

Reporting

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