Sustainable Steps Wales - Green Careers - Cardiff
The Sustainable Steps Wales - Green Careers - Cardiff grant funds projects that help young people from diverse backgrounds in Cardiff gain skills and experience for careers in green and environmental sectors.
Funder: National Lottery Community Fund
Due Dates: Rolling (open to applications)
Funding Amounts: Development: £300–£25,000 | Project: £100,000–£1,800,000 | Up to 3 years
Summary: Supports Cardiff-based projects helping young people from ethnically minoritised communities gain skills and experience for green careers.
Key Information: Applicants must work in partnership with at least one other organisation; project funding requires prior development funding from this scheme.
Description
This grant aims to support initiatives in Cardiff that help young people (aged 16–25), particularly those from ethnically minoritised communities, pursue environmentally focused career pathways. The fund seeks to increase diversity and inclusion in green sectors by backing projects that build confidence, teach social and technical skills, and provide work experience or placements. Eligible green careers include roles that contribute to reducing carbon emissions, restoring nature, or supporting climate adaptation—from administrative positions in environmental consultancies to hands-on jobs in renewable energy.
