The Charity That Funds Projects For The Environment And Community
Supported by local businesses
Our donors make our work possible, from regular donations to ‘passive’ fundraising
Supporting environmental and community projects
With a primary focus of Cumbria and Northern Lancashire – Anyone is welcome to apply for a grant to benefit the environment
Penny Conservation Charity carries out its purpose of promoting the conservation, protection and improvement of the natural and human environment throughout England and Wales, through the provision of grants to local community groups, registered charities, local bodies, other selected organisations or individuals.
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What do we stand for?
Conserving Biodiversity
Habitat restoration, species protection, environmental education.
Historical Conservation
The conservation of historically or culturally significant sites.
Sustainability
Sustainable practices that promote the protection of the environment.
Cultural Natural Heritage
Preserving cultural natural heritage, from lakes and forests to art and architecture.
Community
For the benefit, engagement and positive impact of local communities.
Supporting Marginalised Groups
Supporting disadvantaged groups who struggle to secure mainstream funding.
LATEST PROJECT
Clean River Kent Campaign – Phase 2
We’re extremely proud to be funding the Clean River Kent Campaign (CRKC), the community group based in Staveley, Cumbria, in phase 2 of their water testing programme.
Phase 1 identified key sources of pollution and successfully trialled passive sampling techniques. Phase 2 builds on this, using advanced microbial analysis to assess contamination and health risks.
The project will strengthen campaigning efforts, support scientific research, and engage the local community in protecting the river. The aim of this project is to benefit both the wellbeing of the local wildlife and the access to recreation for the local community.