Our Grants

To date, the North Yard Community Trust has distributed over £926,000 to more than 132 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 process

Download the grant application pack which contains all the information you need to apply.

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 up to £5,000 of funding for their project.

General Grant

This grant is for organisations looking for more than £5,000 of funding for their project.

Multi Year Grant

This grant is for organisations looking for up to 3 years of funding for their project.

Schools Grant

This grant is for educational organisations looking  funding for their project.

Trustee Vacancies

Trustee Vacancies

The Trust has three vacant Trustee positions on the Board; one for Kings Tamerton/St Budeaux, one for Keyham, and one for Barne Barton. The role will require you to serve as an ambassador for the charity promoting the understanding and recognition of, and support for,...

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2025 Meeting Dates

2025 Meeting Dates

  The North Yard Community Trust CIO application meetings will be held on the following dates.   January 2025: Application Meeting on Tuesday 21st January 2025 Applications and all associated documentation must be received by 12.00 on Friday 10th January to be...

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Plymouth’s Great War – Interim Report

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...

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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.