In early 2021 we offered small grants of up to 75% (maximum £1000) towards projects that benefit species listed as priorities on the background information details. In 2021/2022 we are offering the same level of grants, but we are accepting applications in two time windows – 31 December 2021 and 30 June 2022, so that projects focusing on either breeding or wintering birds can receive more timely consideration. Further monies may be available for the continuation of the project into 2023 should the interim project results indicate that there would be a real conservation benefit.

Only one successful application was received in the first window – for a nestbox scheme in the grounds of the Welsh National Botanic Gardens in Carmarthenshire. We would really like to see applications rolling in before June 2022. Go to the Small Grants page to find out more.