New fund for youth-led organisations addressing climate justice opens for applications

The Roots & Routes Fund is now open for applications from youth-led organisations in England seeking grant funding for their climate justice projects.

The Fund is dedicated to supporting youth-led climate projects and encourages applications from young people in underrepresented groups.

Potential applicants can register for a webinar on Monday 28 April, 5.00PM to 6.00PM. This will provide additional guidance on the fund and application process.  

Applications for this first round of funding, with grants of up to £20,000 available, will close at 11.59PM on Monday 2 June.

The Roots & Routes Fund webpage includes information about: 

• How young people and youth-led organisations can apply to access the fund.

• The eligibility requirements for the fund.

• The criteria that applications are assessed against and when applications will be reviewed.

• Expected timeframes for decision-making.

• Updates on the webinar on Monday 28 April that will support applicants through their application.

• FAQs and contact details for enquiries.

Register for the Roots & Routes Fund webinar

About the Fund

The Roots & Routes Fund is a collaborative fund that supports youth-led climate projects and encourages applications from young people in underrepresented groups. The Roots & Routes Fund combines the funds, expertise and networks of:

• Energy Saving Trust Foundation
• Blagrave Trust
• Co-op Foundation
• OVO Foundation
• Impatience Earth