14 November 2022

National Lottery Grants for Heritage

The Bright and Beautiful Campaign

Applicant: Termonamongan Parish Church

Project description: safeguard the stories of the Rev William Alexander and his wife Cecil Frances Alexander who were residents and served in the Parish from 1850-1855. Restore and repurpose the original entrance of the church.

Decision: Reject

15 November 2022

National Lottery Grants for Heritage 

Grant increase 

Restoration of St Mary’s RC Church Fivemiletown 

Applicant: St Michael’s Diocesan Trust 

Project description: Adjustment to grant award to support scheme’s recovery from impact of COVID-19 pandemic.  

Decision: Award grant Increase of £150,000 to make a total grant of £400,000.

28 November 2022

National Lottery Grants for Heritage 

Lough Neagh Traditional Boat & Wood Crafting Skills Initiative 

Applicant: Lough Neagh Heritage Boating Association 

Project description: upskill volunteers in digital marketing, engage younger audiences and people who are new to NI. 

Decision: Award grant of £9,400 (100% of total project costs) 

Church Organ 

Applicant: Carrick Parish Church 

Project description: purchase a replacement organ. 

Decision: Reject 

Unlocking Our Collective Heritage – A Collections Resource Centre for All 

Applicant: Derry City and Strabane District Council 

Project description: improve the council's collection storage conditions for the Tower Museum, complete conservation and digitisation work and create a volunteer programme for people living with mental health issues over a period of three years. 

Decision: Reject 

#DYC: The Good Friday Agreement: Origins and Legacies 

Applicant: Belfast Library & Society for Promoting Knowledge 

Project description: explore three key areas of the peace process and the Good Friday Agreement. Outputs include an exhibition and events programme in the Linen Hall Library and an oral history project.

Decision: Award grant of £90,526 (100% of total project costs)