Our Grants
To date, the North Yard Community Trust has distributed over £730,000 to more than 90 local projects.
The Trust funds projects that benefit people living in the North Yard Community Trust area. Projects from a wide range of categories can be supported including improving public spaces, youth facilities, public health schemes, well-being initiatives, energy efficiency initiatives, improving underused land, sustainable transport, restoration of historic buildings and regeneration projects.
How to Apply
We make it really easy to apply, just follow the three simple steps below…
1. Check you meet our guidelines
Anyone in Plymouth can apply; however, the project must benefit the communities of Barne Barton, Kings Tamerton, St Budeaux, Keyham and parts of Weston Mill (See Map).
2. Gather supporting evidence
The Trust will look for evidence on why your project is needed, what support you have for your project and how your project will benefit the communities of the NYCT area.
3. Complete our application form
You can download our application forms from this page. Once you have submitted your application form, your application will be discussed by the Trust.
Community Grant
This grant is for organisations looking for £500 or less of funding for their project. This grant can be applied for up to three times per year
Small Grant
This grant is for organisations looking for £2,000 or less of funding for their project.
General Grant
This grant is for organisations looking for £2,000 or more of funding for their project.
Recent Grants
Here’s how our grants have made a difference in our local communities…
Trustee Vacancies
The Trust has one vacant Trustee position on the Board for St Budeaux. The role will require you to serve as an ambassador for the charity promoting the understanding and recognition of, and support for, the North Yard Community Trust CIO.
For the vacancy, the ideal person will need to live in the St Budeaux area. The ideal person will need to have good local knowledge and be active in the local community. They will need to be IT literate, a team player and be able to communicate clearly and sensitively and to take an active part in discussions.
The role will require attendance at one evening meeting per month and Trustees will be expected to take time to prepare in advance for those meetings. Trustees may be asked to attend additional meetings when required and to visit projects.
This is a voluntary role and there is no remuneration.
For further information, a full role description or to request an application form please contact the Office Manager at admin@northyardcommunitytrust.org.uk or on 01752 764455
Plymouth’s Great War – Interim Report
Project intention: to engage large numbers of local children in an experiential look at WW1, to learn about how the war impacted their home city and the wider world. Project Aims: to expose the children to a creative approach to WW1 using drama, slide show...
2021-22 Meeting Dates
The North Yard Community Trust Board meets on the third Tuesday of the month. From September meetings will be held every two months.
September 2021: Application meeting on 21st September
Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 10th September to be considered at this meeting
November 2021: Application Meeting on Tuesday 16th November
Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 5th November to be considered at this meeting
January 2022: Application Meeting on Tuesday 18th January
Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 7th January to be considered at this meeting
March 2022: Application Meeting on Tuesday 15th March
Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 4th March to be considered at this meeting
May 2022: Application Meeting on Tuesday 17th May
Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 6th May to be considered at this meeting
July 2022: Application Meeting on Tuesday 19th July
Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 8th July to be considered at this meeting
September 2022: Application Meeting on Tuesday 20th September
Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 9th September to be considered at this meeting
Get in touch.
Want to find out more about The North Yard Community Trust or the grants we offer? Use our simple contact form to get in touch today.