Sustainable Communities Fund Merger of 3 current funds: Sustainable Development Fund Sustainable Solutions Transport Fund Energy Advice Audits Avoid confusion - one application, one process Reflect the high level of community involvement

Sustainable Development Fund The Fund provides grants that help sustain the New Forest National Park 117 projects funded £1.3 Million of grants awarded Attracted over £2.4 million in match funding Benefitted 57,000 people Involved 375 community groups and 530 businesses

Woodgreen Community Shop Grant £25,000 Grant £25,000

Lyndhurst Community Centre Grant £25,000

Countryside Education Project Grant £2,550

Non-native Plants Project Grant £20,000

Ashurst & Colbury Allotments Grant £28,748

Calshot Nature Club Grant £26,230

Sustainable Transport Solutions Fund Improve cycle facilities at transport hubs and attractions Provide guided walking and cycling experiences Encourage more cycling and walking for local journeys Provide electric vehicle (car/cycle) charging points and hire initiatives

Energy Advice Audits for Community Facilities Improved insulation, draft proofing, double/triple glazing etc. Efficient lighting, taps, toilets, showers Renewable/efficient energy systems; Solar, Biomass, air/ground source heat pumps Village/parish halls, local shops, scout huts

The Future All three funds will form the Sustainable Communities Fund Include cultural heritage projects Grants of up to £50k will be available (£25k will be the norm) Up to 75% of project costs can be funded for voluntary organisations and for 40-50% commercial enterprises  Open to organisations, businesses and individuals from the public, private and voluntary sectors

The Future Projects must benefit/involve the community whilst supporting two out of the following: Conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the Park Promote opportunities for understanding and enjoyment of its special qualities Foster the social and economic well- being of local communities within the Park.

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