Create North East Lincolnshire, in partnership with the National Lottery Heritage Fund, has introduced a new grant initiative aimed at supporting projects that celebrate and preserve the area’s local history and heritage. The grants, ranging from £5,000 to £10,000, are designed to provide initial funding to organisations working on long-term heritage projects.
These Kickstarter grants will help organisations with the feasibility and development stages of projects, positioning them for potential future funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Eligible projects must focus on various aspects of local heritage, including maritime history, local traditions, industrial heritage, historic buildings, and natural environments in North East Lincolnshire.
Priority will be given to projects that actively involve underserved communities, young people, and groups whose voices are often overlooked. The funding is open to initiatives that highlight tangible heritage like monuments and buildings, as well as intangible elements such as folklore, language, and local legends.
The grants will support activities between October 2025 and August 2026. The application process is split into two rounds, with deadlines in September and November 2025. Interested organisations can learn more through online sessions or by visiting the drop-in events at The Business Hive in Grimsby.
