Projects we’ve funded

Young people in Tredegar explored the history of a local memorial plaque through creative work and film-making.

At a time of financial uncertainty, the Birmingham Pen Trade Heritage Association received a grant to help plan for a sustainable future.

The Forgotten Soldiers project explores the contribution Muslim soldiers made towards British war efforts during the First and Second World Wars.

The Afro Solo UK project documented the story of African migration into Greater Manchester during the 1920s–1960s.

Daventry Town Council oversaw the development of a Grade II listed Georgian town house into a cultural and historical hub for the local community.

The Pepperpot Project focused on the restoration and heritage of a dilapidated folly.

This inspiring community heritage project explores the fascinating lives of Carlisle’s ‘Cracker Packers’ through the ages.

Beat Routes enabled young people to discover the history of recording music in the 20th century, experimenting and recording with pre-digital technology.

Restoring and arranging for the permanent exhibition of the Lanercost Priory Dossal wall hanging.

The Friends of Judy Woods and JAMES (Joint Activities and Motor Education Services) worked together to open up natural heritage to local young people through a new digital heritage trail.

Twenty young people, aged 14-19, researched the lives of Bolton soldiers who had died during the 1915 Gallipoli campaign.

The Burnley LGBT Heritage Project focused on capturing the hidden histories of LGBT+ communities to explore the life stories, experiences and memories of people living in the area.