Greening Westminster

Greening Westminster is an annual grant funding programme designed to improve and increase Westminster’s green infrastructure and open spaces. 

The programme seeks to continue to connect with and empower community groups across the borough to ensure fairer access to high-quality green spaces. 

The Greening Westminster applications will open in February 2024. 

Frequently asked questions

The Greening Westminster fund is open to various applicants, such as Community groups, Neighbourhood Forums and Business Improvements Districts, and internal council departments. Every applicant will be asked to submit an expression of interest form to help determine which of the following categories they fall into: 

• Greening Westminster Communities 
• Greening Westminster Professionals 

Grants are awarded based on criteria shaped by our Climate Action Plan and the Fairer Westminster vision. This means that proposals are selected both on their proposed contribution to the planet as well as their contribution to people and communities. 

Submit an expression of interest form 

Thinking about applying, why not watch our online video for details on the application process and learn about past projects?  

The Greening Westminster funding will prioritise projects: 

• that focus on community greening projects that serve and strengthen local community groups 
• focus on the need outlined in the Environmental Justice Measure 
• have a clear maintenance and management strategy to ensure the longevity of the project 
• that can demonstrate additional support from volunteer time and community buy-in 

To be eligible to apply for Greening Westminster funding, you must meet the following criteria: 

• the project site must be publicly accessible 
• the project site must be in Westminster 
• the project must be completed by June 2025 
• the project's environmental impact has been considered, and appropriate measures have been taken to reduce the carbon footprint and ensure climate resilience. 

We have developed a supportive two-stage application process to make the Greening Westminster funding programme more accessible to community and resident groups. 

• Stage 1 – submit an expression of interest form to determine your funding category. Please note the expression of interest form closes at 5pm on Sunday 21 April.
• Stage 2 – receive support and submit an application. Please note application submissions close at 9am on Wednesday 24 April. This deadline is only for those who have already submitted an Expression of Interest to give them an extra couple of days to complete the application form. No new applicants will be accepted beyond Sunday 21 April. 

Before applying, you will be asked to submit an expression of interest form. If your application falls into Greening Westminster Communities, you will be offered special support to develop your application and increase your chances of getting a funding grant approved. 

The Greening Westminster team will be attending a series of community group sessions in the borough to raise awareness of the programme and answer any questions.  All applicants will have the opportunity to register for a one-to-one session with council officers who can answer questions, give advice, and help with the application process if needed. These sessions will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis.

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