Launched at the Annual College Forum in September 2026, we can now declare the BALI Chalk Fund Enrichment Programme Funding window OPEN. With bursaries of up to £5000 available for your college for this academic year, the Fund provides additional resources to enable your students and apprentices to gain added transferable skills and certification adding a vital career boost to their Level 2+ vocational qualifications.
In short, it helps bridge the gap between college and employer, supports them in their career options and elevates their status in the industry to “work-ready”.
In 2025/2026, we granted awards to 8 land-based colleges to support the delivery and certification of 108 training places for skills including PA1/PA6 Spraying, First Aid, ROLO, Strimmers/Brush, Ride-on, Hedge Cutting, Tractor and ROLO.
APPLY NOW – where do we start?
The Application Window is now open (1 OCTOBER 2026). To apply, visit the Enrichment Programme page and download the forms and guidance, or email the Communications team and we’ll send over all you need to apply, namely:
- Your BALI Chalk Fund Guidelines: How to Apply
- College Application Form A:
- Your College and Contact Details
- Outline of the expected impact of the training to be delivered
- Detail of how the funding will benefit the promotion and recruitment of future students
- College Application Form B:
- Course Titles to be funded
- Number of Students
- Course Costs to be funded
APPLY NOW – what can we apply for?
Applications are welcomed from BALI Member colleges delivering Government-funded Horticulture and Landscaping 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.
APPLY NOW – Deadline for submitted applications is 24 OCTOBER 2026
To apply, get in touch with Lynn Hunter, Communications team at lynn.hunter@balichalkfund.org.uk