The Tree Council has re-opened its Branching Out fund.

Schools, community groups, parish and town councils and tree warden networks within the UK can apply for grants of between £250 and £3,000 to get communities and young people up to the age of 21 involved in planting and caring for trees, hedges and orchards.

The funding will cover the cost of trees, hedges and fruit trees. Additionally, the reasonable costs of non-plastic protection and supports, as well as peat-free compost and/or soil improvers.

All projects must have planted and submitted a claim form before midnight on Sunday 14 March 2027.

Applications should demonstrate community involvement, value, local knowledge and aftercare plans.

Pre-application advice is available by emailing Grants Officer Geraldine Creaven or phoning 020 4582 9940.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 19 July 2026, or earlier if funding is fully allocated.

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.

The Tree Council also are also working in Partnership with Network Rail to offer grants of between £2,500 and £10,000 for local authorities, charities, community groups, educational institutions, and landowners in England, Scotland, and Wales, to deliver well-planned tree-planting projects that directly benefit people and communities. Proposed projects under the Network Rail Community Tree Planting Fund should be completed by 1 March 2027.

For more details of both the above funds, visit The Tree Council website.