Funding still available to support your 2024 sustainability projects

Don’t miss the chance to apply for a climate action microgrant grant this October.

Since April 2024, our climate action microgrants have supported local people, community groups and non-profit organisations to get their green initiatives off the ground or grow their existing projects.

The rolling microgrants scheme aims to support projects that will help even more residents learn about climate action and switch to sustainable behaviours in the long term, as well as those projects that will support local people and nature to adapt to a changing climate.

Those interested in receiving a microgrant can still apply by 25 October for November funding, or by 22 November for December funding.

Anyone living or working in Richmond upon Thames can apply for a microgrant. Find out more information about the climate action microgrants scheme, including exact criteria and requirements and instructions for how to apply. 

A little support can go a long way in helping to kickstart lasting change in your community. Read feedback from some of our funded projects from this year:

Litter picking - Kneller Gardens and The Rough

The organiser shared how the funding has helped to improve their sessions and make them family-friendly: "Thanks to the climate action microgrants, we were able to purchase good quality litter pickers, making the task much easier and more efficient. We also bought some child-sized pickers to get the little ones involved." The litter picking session went beyond a community clean-up by connecting residents of all ages.

Japanese stitch for mending and upcycling textiles workshops

The two free workshops, hosted by Yukiko Munemoto, quickly sold out as soon as they went live, and participants reflected that they found the stitching and mending techniques useful and practical: “We explored how to be resourceful through a little creativity. We can’t wait to give these techniques a try at home!”

Pop-up Friday eco session

Designed for young people during the summer holidays, this free event featured a garment printing session where participants printed their own t-shirt and photos with fabric paints, leftover fruit and vegetable waste. In the food session, participants discussed the prebiotics and probiotics through a food smelling and guessing game. The organiser was delighted to educate young participants and inspire them towards a more sustainable lifestyle.

Summer family workshops at the Museum of Richmond

“We appreciate the mix of history and crafting. Great to learn and have fun at the same time!” This free family workshop welcomed over 70 participants exploring sustainability and reducing waste. Inspired by museum objects, including a World War Two patchwork dress, participants upcycled donated tote bags and materials like buttons and sequins, had a go at patchwork using donated materials and discovered mending techniques. They also learnt how clothing and other pre-loved items can be reused and turned into new items, instead of sending them to landfill.