Funding Solutions

We're here to help you EVERY step of the way.

We know schools can often face budgetary constraints but our time and passion for firmly embedding sustainability in schools has us continually brainstorming solutions for you. 

Some funding ideas we've been working on are shown in the diagram opposite and are outlined below.

We'd be happy to talk to you about the opportunities for your school.

Engage your students in fundraising initiatives

We can give your students some ideas for their own 'green fundraising'.  For example, why not hold a gold coin, green dress day to celebrate your sustainability program launch.

​These fundraisers are fun and easy and as we've discovered, when it's student driven the whole community gets behind it. ​

Inspire your parent community to help fundraise

Parents love supporting their child's school especially when it comes to sustainability. It's a subject which positively engages them. Parent fundraisers are a simple way to both engage parents in the school's sustainability program as well as generate some useful funding. We can suggest activities to help.

Explore grant opportunities
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There are a number of grants which become available throughout the year to schools looking to fund specific sustainability projects.

​Your school may qualify for some of these. We can let you know what's available and whether it suits your needs.

Introduce a sustainability levy

Why not include a nominal sustainability levy in your school budget? An upfront payment shows your parents that you're committed to sustainability, allows you to plan ahead and ensures that sustainability becomes embedded long term at your school.

Develop local business support 

Local businesses are often keen to support good initiatives and community projects in their area. Sponsoring the school on the So-Eco for Schools program enables a business to connect with its community in a positive way.