20 Facts for 20 Years of GrantScape

1. GrantScape officially launched under this name in 2005 (20 years ago!)
2. GrantScape (and its predecessors) have awarded over £120 million in grants since its launch.
3. More than 2,000 community projects have been supported.
4. We specialise in Community Benefit Funds, including those linked to renewable energy projects.
5. We began with a single donor company – today, 24 companies entrust GrantScape to deliver their Community Funds in the communities surrounding their developments.
6. In 2025, GrantScape will award over £6M to community projects throughout the UK.
7. GrantScape has supported projects in every corner of England, Wales and Scotland.
8. Our largest single grant programme to date invested over £8 million to nature conservation and biodiversity initiatives throughout England and Wales .
9. We’ve helped create and improve hundreds of community spaces – from playgrounds to village halls.
10. Education and skills projects have supported thousands of learners across the UK.
11. We’ve helped conserve wildlife habitats and biodiversity in dozens of natural spaces throughout England and Wales.
12. Over the years, GrantScape has managed more than 50 separate community and environmental funds.
13. Grant applications are assessed by our independent local Advisory Panels, ensuring that funding decisions are guided by those with the deepest understanding of their community’s needs. Across all our local Panels there are over 200 volunteers.
14. On average, GrantScape processes over 1000 grant applications every year.
15. Projects we’ve supported are now self-sustaining, creating a legacy and ongoing local benefit.
16. Our grant management system makes it possible for groups to apply entirely online, saving time, paper and postage costs.
17. We’ve provided grants ranging from £250 to £1.8 million.
18. GrantScape’s team have over 120 years’ experience in community grant-making.
19. We pride ourselves on fairness, independence, transparency, and impact.
20. In 2025, we’re celebrating 20 years of supporting stronger communities! 🎉