Healthy Hearts Grant Applications Open for NI on 20 August
/One grant of up to £15,000 is available for new community projects aimed at supporting adults in Northern Ireland to reduce their risk of coronary heart disease, helping them to lead healthier, happier and longer lives.
Small registered charities and community interest companies (CICs) with an annual income of less than £1 million from across Northern Ireland can apply.
Groups are expected to have an in-depth knowledge of the specific needs and demographics of the communities they intend to work with and their project activities need to specifically address the problems within that community.
Funding is for new projects that work with communities to prevent heart disease, particularly for vulnerable and isolated groups of individuals who are at an increased risk of developing heart problems in the future. Projects that are likely to have a big impact and have considered novel ways to encourage people to look after their hearts and promote positive lifestyle changes are also sought.
Activities must have a primary focus on one or more of the following four risk factors for heart disease:
Nutrition and Healthy Eating.
Physical Activity.
Smoking.
Alcohol consumption.
Projects should run for a minimum of three months and no longer than 12 months.
The funding can support salaries, overhead expenses/on costs and equipment that is necessary for the successful delivery of the project.
Applications will be accepted from 20 August 2025 to 17 September 2025. For more information please visit Healthy Heart Grants - Heart Research UK
