Grey to Green Demonstrator Project for Belfast

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Expressions of interest are encouraged from organisations with the expertise and capability to undertake this kind of project

As part of Belfast City Council’s A Bolder Vision for Belfast, expressions of interest are invited from Belfast based SMEs, community groups and schools with the expertise and capability to undertake a city centre demonstrator project.

The project, which will provide capital support of up £50,000, should focus on urban farming, social gardening, or community food growing initiatives, with the possibility of using a council owned site, subject to approval.

If a project is awarded a grant, the applicant will be responsible for regular maintenance of the greening infrastructure and ongoing capital costs after the project is complete.

Eligibility

Applicants will need to provide details on their project location, their proposal, including proposed method of community engagement, and anticipated outcomes, as well as how the project aligns with the fund criteria.

Fund criteria:

  • City centre location
  • Help combat pollution and improve air quality
  • Sustainable
  • Pollinators and native species
  • Introduction of wildlife
  • Visible to the public
  • Innovative and deliverable

Projects must be completed by Thursday 29 February 2024.

The closing date for returning an expression of interest is 5pm on Monday 21 August 2023.

Find out more and apply for the Grey to Green Demonstrator Project.

First published 31 July 2023