In recent years the AONB has stimulated environmental, economic and social activity in the Blackdowns by administering grants to local projects.
Sustainable Development Fund
The fund which is currently available is the Sustainable Development Fund. It includes money specifically targetted at projects of less than £1000 as well as providing funding for much larger schemes. Find out more about how to apply by following the link on the left.
Making it Local
This is a new fund which will build on the great work of Leader+. The Making it Local team would like to hear from anyone who has a project idea they wish to discuss further. Follow the link on the left to find out more.
Leader+
This was a very successful fund which closed at the end of 2008. Follow the link on the left to find out about what local people achieved with Leader+ funding over the past six years.
Other sources of funding
Devon Rural Renaissance
Somerset Rural Renaissance
Including Workspace - new uses for old buildings in rural areas.
Community Council for Devon
Community Council for Somerset
