Financial Assistance - Community Growing
Financial assistance of between £500 and £1,500 for community growing projects.
Applications close at midday on Monday 12 January 2026.
Who it is for
Under basic eligibility, projects must enclose:
- the identity of the landowner(s)
- proof of written permission, where available, for use of the land from the landowner(s)
This funding is to promote and develop Community Growing for food growing, ie fruit and vegetable growing. Projects should be principally based on fruit and/or vegetable community growing and not solely for flower or non-edible plant growing, memorial gardens or sensory gardens.
Support you can get
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting applications for financial assistance from the community and voluntary sector for Community Growing projects.
Grants are between £500 minimum and £1,500 maximum
Indicative budget for the theme is £10,000. Please note this is subject to change and approval.
Support organisers
- Newry, Mourne and Down District Council