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Community energy groups across the UK can apply for grants of up to £3,750 to support projects that deliver positive social and environmental outcomes within local communities.
Funded by Younity in partnership with Your Co-op Energy, the Powering Communities Fund aims to help groups and organisations deliver social impact projects, such as creating community resources, running events for young people, or starting a community garden.
Projects focusing on the following themes are welcome:
- community engagement (outreach and participation)
- environmental impact
- educational and awareness-raising initiatives
- collaboration and partnerships
- innovation and creativity
The funding can be used to cover the costs of:
- equipment
- local events or workshops
- staff costs
- volunteer training
- additional activities to expand an existing project
- support for an organisation to achieve a quality or other standard, relevant to their activities
- developing a local service or venue
To be eligible, organisations must have a current or upcoming Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Younity or have utilised their Kickstart Loan facility.
Applications close at 5pm on the 28th March 2025.
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