Northern Ireland

Since 1994 we have awarded over £260million to more than 1,700 projects across Northern Ireland.

From Belfast’s rich industrial and maritime heritage, to luscious landscapes and parks, to museums bursting with the stories of local people, Northern Ireland has it all.

We’re proud to play a role in protecting and celebrating Northern Ireland’s diverse heritage. Explore just some of the projects, organisations and communities we have supported below.

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Our grants programmes are now open again. If you have an idea for a project in Northern Ireland, we would love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply for National Lottery grants for Heritage.

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We are fully operational and open for business, but we are conducting much of our day-to-day business from our home offices.

This means we are unable to access our post. In the interim, please send any items via email to your contact or via northernireland@heritagefund.org.uk.

Find out more about how we're working through the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.

Email: northernireland@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 02895 921901 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
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Programme

National Lottery Grants for Heritage – £250,000 to £5million

A funding programme for projects that connect people and communities to the national, regional and local heritage of the UK. Made possible thanks to National Lottery players. Grants available from £250,000 to £5million.

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Covid Recovery Employment and Skills Initiative for Heritage (Northern Ireland)

Department for Communities funding for heritage organisations will create employment opportunities for individuals who wish to enter into, or progress within, the heritage sector.

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Culture Recovery Fund for Heritage – Emergency Resource Support

Part of the rescue package announced by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to safeguard cultural and heritage organisations across England from the economic impact of coronavirus (COVID-19).

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News

New COVID-19 recovery funding for organisations and individuals in Northern Ireland

Department for Communities funding will support the heritage sector in Northern Ireland, helping it to weather the continuing financial impact of the pandemic.

17/12/2021

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Covid Recovery Programme for Heritage Individuals (Northern Ireland)

Department for Communities funding will support individuals working in the heritage sector in Northern Ireland as they continue to confront the financial impact of the pandemic.

Publications

Northern Ireland: delegated decisions November 2021

Schedule of Decisions under delegated powers to Head of Investment, Northern Ireland on 29 November 2021.

Publications

Northern Ireland: Committee meeting minutes, November 2021

Minutes of the meeting of the Committee for Northern Ireland held on 23 November 2021 at Kingspan Stadium, Belfast, and also on Microsoft Teams.

News

£7million legacy for nature and communities for the Queen’s Jubilee

We’re investing in local nature projects and creating job opportunities for 70 young people to mark Her Majesty’s 70 years on the throne.

17/11/2021

Publications

Northern Ireland: delegated decisions September 2021

Schedule of Decisions under delegated powers to Head of Investment, Northern Ireland on 27 September 2021.

Four children face camera smiling. They are dressed in historic outfits. They are near an exhibition.

News

National Lottery Awards 2021 shortlist announced – which project gets your vote?

Nominations recognise outstanding National Lottery funded projects that are making a difference for people and heritage across the UK.

15/09/2021

Projects

Sport in the Community: Shaping NI for 100 Years

Sported Foundation have been awarded a £24,861 National Lottery grant to explore the history of sport and how it plays a part in Northern Ireland's identity.

30/07/2021

Publications

Northern Ireland: delegated decisions August 2021

Schedule of Decisions under delegated powers to Head of Investment, Northern Ireland on 31 August 2021.

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