Grow Wild is an outreach programme run by Kew Gardens. It provides funding for community groups and young people to transform local spaces for the benefit of people and wildlife, by planting and championing UK native plants or fungi.
The programme is re-opening this month for applications for funding in 2026.
Details of the new round have not yet been published but grants were previously available through two schemes:
Community Programme – up to £2,000 to transform an urban space with UK native plants or fungi, encourage wildlife and involve your local community. These grants are only for urban areas, defined as settlements with at least 10,000 inhabitants. Applications can be made by voluntary, youth and community groups, residents’ associations and health boards.
Youth Grants – £500 grants for 16 to 25 year olds with an idea for a project to champion UK native plants and/or fungi. You can apply as an individual or as a group of up to 6 people (you will need a Supporting Organisation to support your application and receive the grant on your behalf).
Note that the programme could change and so it is important to refer to the Grow Wild website for guidance once the details for 2026 are announced.
Focus of fund/fund aims:
Grants for community and youth schemes that transform local spaces by growing native plants
Application deadline:
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