Grants to support environmental improvement projects that make a positive difference in the wider community.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 30 June 2026.
Who it is for
This scheme supports community groups, schools, not-for-profit organisations, and unconstituted groups to deliver projects that aim to
- Increase civic pride and enhance the quality of local green spaces.
- Transform underused areas into vibrant, valued community spaces.
- Improve community health and wellbeing through the enhancement of public spaces.
- Promote environmentally focused actions and boost local biodiversity.
The scheme is open to projects based across ten partner council areas in Northern Ireland. Projects in Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will only be eligible if they are located within an area managed by Northern Ireland Housing Executive.
Support you can get
The Small Grants Scheme is a partnership between Live Here Love Here, ten local councils and Northern Ireland Housing Executive
Small Grants support community-led projects that enhance the local environment, build civic pride, and bring people together.
Grants of £500 to £3,000 are available to support environmental improvement projects that make a positive difference in the wider community.
Support organisers
- Live Here Love Here
- Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council
- Ards and North Down Borough Council
- Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council
- Belfast City Council
- Derry City and Strabane District Council
- Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council
- Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
- Fermanagh and Omagh District Council
- Mid and East Antrim Borough Council
- Mid Ulster District Council
- Housing Executive
Next Steps
on the Live Here Love Here website
Published
08 June 2026
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