Grant Window Open: Student Enrichment Training Programme 2025/2026

Launched at the BALI Chalk Fund Annual College Forum at GroundsFest, the Enrichment Programme Funding window is now OPEN. With bursaries of up to £5000 available for BALI member colleges and training providers for this academic year, the Fund provides additional resources to enable students and apprentices to gain added transferable skills value beyond their Level 2+ vocational qualifications.

In short, it helps bridge the gap between college and career, supports them and elevates their status in the industry to "work-ready".

Applications are welcomed from BALI Member colleges delivering Government-funded Horticulture, Landscaping and Garden Design study programmes and apprenticeships. Your application should also meet the following guidelines:

• Your application should be for a minimum of 5 students or apprentices studying at Level 2 or above.
• The enrichment training should be a for a genuine skill need required in Horticulture or Landscaping.
• The funding can be used to deliver training, for assessment fees and any registration or certification required.
• Your College must be a BALI Member College – you can explore membership here.

To request application forms, email the Communications team at info@balichalkfund.org.uk and for further details, visit balichalkfund.org.uk/landscape-college-funding-2025 and we’ll send over all you the forms and application guidelines you’ll need.

Make sure your applications are submitted before 24 October 2025.