merrell fund
what is the merrell fund?
The Merrell Fund has been created with one purpose - to share the power of the outdoors with everyone. Our aim is to provide funding for charities and non-profit organisation that have projects and initiatives that make the trail more inclusive and/or protect the trail environment. We mainly want to engage and actively encourage those who may find it difficult to get outside into nature or for those who want to protect and preserve green spaces, so the next generation can enjoy the outdoors as much as we do and beyond!
our three pillars
belonging
We believe the outdoors should be for everyone, no matter your location, background or income.
accessibility
Be it demographically, physically, mentally or any other reason, we want to support in making the outdoors accessible for all.
protecting
We aim to help initiatives that are actively involved in protecting trails and outdoor spaces, whether it be plogging, creating urban green spaces or projects that care for the trail environment.
15+grants provided since we were established in 2023
20,000people impacted across EMEA
100+volunteering hours donated by our employees
merrell fund projects
Patron
Germany
PATRON is a community that is passionate about nature, committed to its protection and motivates others to join in. We strive for a future in which everyone awakens the patron (guardian) in them and takes action for nature conservation.
YHA
United Kingdom
The Youth Hostels Association (England & Wales) is a charitable organisation, registered with the Charity Commission, providing youth hostel accommodation in England and Wales.
Move and Do
Germany
Taking underprivileged kids out in nature to experience the beauty of the German mountains.
merrell fund application
Are you a charity or non-profit organisation and think your project or initiative fits with at least one of our pillars?
We'd love to hear from you. Apply below.
- To apply for a grant to receive funding, please fill out the application form here.
- The Merrell Fund Council will review your application and aim to be in touch within 4 weeks.