2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity. CSV’s Action Earth campaign wants to empower people to take action in their community. To do this, we have grants of £250 to give to groups of volunteers who are carrying out practical environment projects in Scotland.

Our SNH Biodiversity Awards of £250 are available for practical conservation projects that improve or create habitats for wildlife or assist in the protection of Scottish species. Projects have included wildflower meadow planting, pond renovation, woodland clearances and wildlife area creation. Grants can be used to purchase plants, tools and materials or to cover volunteer expenses.

Please go to www.actionearth.org.uk for more information. You can download application forms or apply online. We do hope that you will be able to participate in the campaign which runs until 31st July 2010. If you have any questions about the campaign or any planned project please contact:
Robert Henderson Scottish Coordinator CSV Action Earth 12 Torphichen Street Edinburgh EH3 8JQ T: 0131 222 9083 or 0131 622 7766 E: rhenderson@csv.org.uk www.csv.org.uk

Please also forward this document to any groups or individuals you think may be interested in applying.