Dorset County Council recognises and values the potential of organisations of all sizes working across Dorset to deliver outcomes for the communities they serve.

The Dorset County Community Fund has been set up to build the capacity of the voluntary and community sector and parish and town councils in order to deliver stronger services and support for local communities.

Funding Principles

Dorset Energy Advice Centre are currently providing 'Free' insulation for ALL owner occupiers and private tenants irrespective of income or age.

The grants will cover cavity wall and loft insulation if under 2.5'', but under some grants lofts where 4'' or less exist will be considered. Increasing the thermal insulation to your home, makes it warmer, saves on fuel bills and reduces carbon emissions which cause climate change.

Contact Dorset Energy Advice Centre on 0800 975 0166 to get your full grant whilst funding is still available.

British Ecological Society - Public Engagement Grant

Grants are available to organisations in the UK to raise awareness about the importance of ecology through engaging the public. The grants will support projects that:

 Support community and voluntary projects that will directly benefit the environment in the Wessex Water Region. Grants of between £100 and £1,500 are available for project costs, with an additional award of £2,500 which is made to a selected special project. Other funding will need to be secured.