Hornsey Street Reuse and Recycling Centre closed on Sunday 31 May 
The North London Community Fund (NLCF) has announced its grant recipients for 2026-27, with a record £250,000 awarded to north London community groups. 23 community groups will receive funding this year.
The NLCF, run by North London Waste Authority (NLWA), awards funding to non-profit organisations for projects that help prevent household waste. Grant recipients in 2026-27 include projects focused on textile waste, repair skills, composting and gardening, waste-free cooking and more.
The announcement comes after a redesign of the fund based on community feedback. Through a series of workshops and surveys, NLWA worked with the public to find ways to make the fund more accessible and inclusive. Changes included offering microgrants of under £1,500 (with four microgrants awarded this year), an improved application process, and having previous fund recipients join the assessment panel. Applicants praised the new-and-improved process, noting the guidance materials were informative, coherent and well-designed.