FCC Communities Foundation provides community grants that empower local projects and enhance community life, with several industrial heritage sites receiving awards in recent years. These grants are made possible through funding from FCC Environment and Severn Waste Services, delivered via the Landfill Communities Fund.

Establishment in 1997, FCC Communities Foundation has invested over £295.5 million to transform communities across the UK, supporting more than 8,680 projects that make a lasting difference. Industrial heritage sites supported in 2026 include Stourbridge Glass Museum, and Black Country Living Museum.

There are four rounds of funding in 2027. Further details on how to apply for these grants can be found here: 2027 Funding Rounds announced