Community groups are being invited to apply for funding to support climate action projects.
The latest round of Climate Action Grants is now open to groups across Forth Valley through the Forth Valley Climate Action Hub, managed by FEL Scotland.
The scheme supports a wide range of environmental initiatives, with funding available for both new and existing projects.
Clara Walker, executive director of FEL Scotland, said: "We know communities here are bursting with ideas and energy.
"These grants are about giving people the confidence and resources to take the next step, whether that’s starting something new or growing an existing project.
"Our free membership gives groups access to these opportunities and connects them to a wider network of local people taking action on climate change."
Two categories of funding are available.
First Steps grants offer up to £1,000 for groups starting out in climate action, while Next Steps funding begins at £1,000, with most awards expected to be under £3,000.
Groups with larger, more ambitious plans can submit an expression of interest for funding over £5,000.
In addition to financial support, the programme includes two leadership schemes.
The Women’s Climate Leadership Training Fund offers up to £1,000 for training to help women lead climate initiatives, while the Climate Leadership Programme provides flexible support to build skills, networks, and confidence.
Funding comes from the Scottish Government’s investment in the national network of 24 Climate Action Hubs, with an additional £80,000 awarded to FEL Scotland this month by Foundation Scotland.
Since its launch in 2023, the Forth Valley Climate Action Hub has distributed £133,000 to more than 90 groups, supporting 120 projects.
These have included community gardens, youth activities, climate events, and feasibility studies into alternative heating solutions.
Nikki Thomas, who volunteers at Braehead Community Garden and Fallin Community Voice, described the impact the funding has made.
She said: "The climate action grant to Fallin Community Voice allowed us to start making our new community garden more environmentally friendly.
"We put funding towards beekeeper training and equipment and we now have an established hive which we have been using to teach both members and local pupils the importance of bees to our environment."
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