OPAL Grants Scheme 2009-12
The OPAL Grants Scheme was a simple and accessible funding programmeopen to natural history societies, recording schemes and similar groups. The scheme is no longer inviting applications.More than...
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Funding for your nature or wildlife group
OPAL has just launched a brand new small grants scheme for natural history societies and recording schemes in England.The Natural History Museum will be distributing grants of between £500 and £2,000...
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2009 Annual Funding Call recipients
OPAL has awarded 28 grants of between £500 and £2000 to support the work of amateur natural history societies across the country.More than 100 societies applied to the OPAL Annual Funding Call in 2009,...
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Publicise your natural history society
OPAL events provide a fantastic opportunity to share your expertise and enthusiasm with interested members of the public, and to tell them about your group and the benefits of joining.Promote your work...
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Natural history societies
CymraegBeing part of a natural history society or recording scheme is a fantastic way to meet people, learn new skills and help the environment.Get involved with nature - join a natural history...
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Set up a new natural history society, run a public outreach event or set up a wildlife recording scheme.Our free guides cover a range of topics and are packed with useful tips and practical advice to...
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£3m lottery grant to roll out OPAL across the UK
The Big Lottery Fund has today announced that OPAL will receive a grant to extend its work into Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.OPAL has already inspired more than half a million people across...
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Gill Stevens Award will bring youngsters closer to nature
Schoolchildren in London will be able to get hands-on with nature thanks to a new award set up in memory of OPAL’s deputy director.The Gill Stevens Award, which will run for five years, will enable...
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£1.4m lottery grant for pollinator project
A programme to help schools and communities protect pollinating insects has been awarded £1.4 million by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).The Polli:Nation project is being developed by Learning through...
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