This is a new programme from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust. It gives communities grants to purchase Tommies so they can hold their own remembrance event to commemorate the centenary of the end of World War One. What is available?…
Women’s Vote Centenary Grant Scheme
The Women’s Vote Centenary Grant Scheme is a £1.5 million government fund that will support local and community groups across England in celebrating the centenary of women gaining the right to vote. What is available? There are two types of…
Big Lottery Fund – Celebrate England
This is a new grant from the Big Lottery Fund which aims to bring people together to celebrate their communities. Project ideas include local history events, a celebration of local heroes or neighbourhood activities. Example of past projects under the celebration…
Historical Association: Funded Trip to France
What is it? The Historical Association will award five lucky schools with a fully-funded four day visit to northern France and the Agincourt region. The trip will take place from 3rd to 6th March 2016. It will include a visit to the battlefield,…
First World War: then and now grants
This is a great opportunity for schools looking for a way to celebrate the First World War centenary. First World War: then and now is a programme run by the Heritage Lottery Fund. It is currently inviting applications for grants…
Heritage Lottery Fund: Young Roots Grants
Explore your heritage! Did you know that the Heritage Lottery Fund awards grants worth between £10,000 and £50,000 to help young people explore their heritage? This is done through their Young Roots grants programme. It is suitable for a wide range…