From 2020, the Severn Trent Community Fund will give away more than £20 million over 10 years to support local projects, charities (including exempt charities e.g. schools) and community groups in the Severn Trent region. Funding decisions are overseen by a panel of Severn Trent customers.
New Projects are funded under three main themes:
- People: Projects that help people to gain new skills or improve their lives
- Places: Projects that help to create better places to live in and use
- Environment: Projects that help to look after the natural environment, improve access to nature or help look after water
There are two sizes of grant that you can apply for in 2026:
- £2,000 to £20,000
- £20,001 to £50,000
Your project must be in the Severn Trent region and benefit Severn Trent customers. Check the funder’s guidance for current organisational requirements.
In addition to the above, the Severn Trent Community Fund will have a strong interest in projects that have a connection to the water cycle. This could include projects that will create sustainable drainage, install water recycling systems or create water efficient green spaces.
Core Funding grants of £5,000–£20,000 are available to groups that offer essential services to local residents, especially those supporting the most vulnerable – helping to improve wider community wellbeing. The aim is to help groups who urgently need financial support to continue existing delivery.
Core funding is open in two funding windows in 2026: June and November, each for one month.
Full details about each of the 2 funding programmes, including eligibility criteria are available on the company’s website.