PLAYGROUND PROJECT FUNDERS
Successful playground projects need inventive funding solutions. Some of the very best projects draw on several sources of funding. This list of playground project funders is not exhaustive, but will hopefully point you in the direction of the source of funding you are looking for, also check out our complete list of possible funders https://bandltd.org.uk/band-ltd-help-with-getting-funding-for-childcare-groups/funders-index-2
ASDA Foundation
Charities, schools and community groups can apply for funding for local projects that require financial assistance through the ASDA Foundation. Grants of between £5,000 and £10,000 are available for good causes and community groups in your local area.Visit ASDA Foundation
Awards For All: UK
Part of the National Lottery Fund, Awards For All funds projects that allow communities to take part in art, sport and community activities. They also fund projects that promote education, the environment and health within the local community.Applicants must be a voluntary, community or statutory organisation and have a governing body. Grants available for up to £20,000.
Biffaward
Biffaward is one of the most respected Landfill Communities Fund schemes and has awarded more than £100 million to worthwhile projects since 1997. Every year, they support a large number of projects across the UK which enhance communities and biodiversity.Funding streams include:
- Rebuilding Diversity
- Community Buildings
- Recreation
- Partnership
Comic Relief Local
Our strategic programmes developed during 2024 include:
- Equity, Diversion and Inclusion
- Participation and lived experience
- Being Learning-led
- Centring trust in relationships
Disability Grants
A forum for finding out information on various disability grants.Visit Disability Grants
Fields in Trust
Fields in Trust (FIT) is a UK-wide charity dedicated to protecting and improving outdoor sports and play spaces and playing fields.Visit Fields in Trust
Grants4Schools
A comprehensive funding information service for the UK education sector. Updated daily, it provides a directory of available grants from various sources.Visit Grants4Schools
Groundwork
Groundwork is a UK environmental regeneration charity supporting communities in need by improving local environments and opportunities.Visit Groundwork
Landfill Communities Fund
A tax credit scheme allowing landfill site operators to fund community and environmental projects.Visit Landfill Communities Fund
Learning Through Landscapes
A national school grounds charity helping schools and early years settings improve outdoor spaces for play and learning.Visit Learning Through Landscapes
Tesco Bags of Help
Tesco Stronger Starts supports community projects across the UK, prioritising food security and young people.
- Providing food for breakfast clubs
- Buying outdoor or indoor activity equipment
- Developing food-growing areas
- Supporting after-school clubs
- Funding Brownie or Scout group activities
The Trust House
A medium-sized grant making foundation giving grants to small, well-established organisations in the UK who address local issues in areas of extreme urban deprivation, or in remote and fragile rural communities.https://www.trusthousecharitablefoundation.org.uk/
Veolia Environmental Trust
Funds community projects across the UK, including restoring green spaces, improving community halls and creating new play areas and skate parks. Projects must be within proximity to a site owned by Veolia Trust.https://www.veoliatrust.org/
Wooden Spoon
Wooden Spoon is a charitable grant-giving organisation that funds projects across the UK and Ireland to support disadvantaged and disabled children.https://woodenspoon.org.uk/
