Tesco Bags of Help

Tesco runs a scheme called ‘Bags of Help,’ where the money raised from the 5p bag levy in Tesco stores is being used to fund thousands of community projects across the UK. The projects must promote community participation in the development and use of outdoor spaces.

An assessment of all local applications is made each month, with a three-way shortlist being made for shoppers to vote on their preferred winner.

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Eligible Organisations

Voluntary or community organisations
Schools
Health bodies
NHS trusts
Parish/Town Councils and local authorities
Social housing providers

Suitable Projects

The following projects may be eligible to receive funding, although the list is not exhaustive of all opportunities:

Improvement of local nature routes
Development of community allotments, gardens and growing projects
Developing sustainability-based learning programmes
Developing art trails
Park events
Clean up events, such as on a beach
Improving play areas
Improving leisure events and activities
Britain in Bloom events
Under 12’s football facility improvements

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Application Process

An eligibility quiz must first be taken. This is available by clicking here.
An application form will then be available, which should be downloaded, completed and returned to the given address

Important Dates

Check the website for further details. Generally, applications can be made at any time owing to the monthly rolling award system.

Funding Range

Every month three projects in each region will be awarded a grant based on the number of votes received: first place receives up to £5,000, second place up to £2,000 and third place up to £1,000.

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