What if my business, project or location isn’t eligible for New Forest LEADER funding?

The links on this page take you to external websites. Please contact the specific scheme administrators for more information.

1. LEADER in other areas

There are LEADER Local Action Groups across the UK.

Therefore if your business or project is outside of the New Forest LEADER area, visit the Defra website www.gov.uk/rural-development-programme-for-england-leader-funding to find the contact details for other Local Action Groups who may be able to help.

2. Other sources of grant funding for not for profit groups

a. Community First New Forest has funding advisors. Please contact the Community Development Team on 01425 482773 or see www.cfnf.org.uk

b. Action Hampshire provides grant information for groups managing village halls and other community facilities. See www.actionhampshire.org.uk or call 01962 857358.