Sustainable Steps Wales - Green Careers

Funding

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Location

UK-wide

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

This programme helped young people aged 16 to 30 in Wales get into green careers. The funding amount is not specified. There are no clear deadlines mentioned, so it may be rolling applications. The programme focuses on environmental and sustainability jobs. You must be between 16 and 30 years old to apply. You must live in Wales. The exact eligibility criteria are not detailed in the available information.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

individual

Key requirements:

  • Must be aged 16-30
  • Must be resident in Wales
Who is this for?

This programme is for young people aged 16 to 30 who live in Wales and want to start a career in environmental or green sectors. It is not for people over 30 or those living outside Wales.

Funder track record
Recent awards dataOpen to first-time applicants

Awards published

47,703

Typical award

£18,689

Most awards

£9,986 to £20,000

Most funded region

London

12,824 awards in 2025, level with 12,725 the year before.

Recent awards include Wellbeing Challenge CIC (£20,000, 2026), West Wales Motorcycle Project (£19,490, 2026) and Tirabad Village Hall Committee (£15,000, 2026).

This funder has made 47,703 awards with a typical award of £18,689. Would you qualify?

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Contains data from 360Giving publishers, used under open licence.

Full details from National Lottery Community Fund

This programme helped young people (aged between 16 and 30) in Wales into green careers.

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Last updated: 16 August 2026