Community Funding

Funding That Makes a Difference

HEART distributes 100% of our event profits to local community organisations. If you have a project that will benefit Helensburgh & Lomond, we want to hear from you.

£39,873

Total Distributed

38

Projects Funded

35

Organizations Supported

About Our Grants

HEART (Helensburgh Events & Reinvestment Trust) is a volunteer-run community organisation. We host events throughout the year and distribute all profits to local groups making a positive difference.

Our grants programme supports a wide range of projects across youth services, elderly care, sports, arts, health, and community development. We're particularly keen to support projects that bring people together and create lasting impact.

Who Can Apply

Local Organisations

Based in or serving Helensburgh & Lomond

Community Groups

Charities, CICs, clubs, and constituted groups

Community Benefit

Projects that benefit local residents

Up to £5,000

Standard grants for community projects

How It Works
Step 1

Check Eligibility

Answer a few quick questions to see if your organisation qualifies.

Step 2

Complete Application

Tell us about your project, who will benefit, and how funding will be used.

Step 3

Committee Review

Our grants committee reviews applications monthly and makes decisions.

Step 4

Receive Funding

Successful applicants receive funds directly to their organisation.

Funding Windows

We open three funding windows each year. Applications must be submitted during one of these periods.

Winter/Spring

February

1st – 28th

Grants awarded end of March

Summer

June

1st – 30th

Grants awarded end of July

Autumn

September – October

15th Sept – 15th Oct

Grants awarded early November

What to Expect

  • Our grants committee reviews all applications received during each window
  • Decisions are made within a month of each window closing
  • Funding is transferred directly to your organisation
  • We ask for a short report on how the funding was used
Recent Success StoriesView all projects
elderly

Funding towards a Social Outing with Transport and catering for residents

Waverley Court Residents Social Group

£200
youth

Project Studio

Cove Park

£2,500
community

Helensburgh Winter Festival

Helensburgh Winter Festival

£1,000

Have Questions?

Check our frequently asked questions, read our terms and conditions, or get in touch with our team.

Ready to Apply?

Start your funding application today. Our online form saves your progress so you can complete it at your own pace.

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