Projects we’ve funded

The acquisition of Holmewood Estate, by the local wildlife trust, was a vital part of the creation of the Great Fen, one of the largest and most ambitious habitat restoration projects in Europe.

Young people from diverse backgrounds helped with conservation work at Streatham Common, and raised the local community’s awareness of this natural heritage.

Tyne & Wear Archives and Museums enhanced sensory access across five sites, transforming the visitor experience for people with visual and hearing impairments.

Young people collaborated with staff at Brighton Museum and Art Gallery to create a new permanent world art gallery.

Young people explored cultural diversity through sport, composing a song and creating an exhibition inspired by the lives of overseas players at Kent County Cricket Club.

Primary schools explored the customs and traditional stories of the Fens and shared their learning through art, performance, music, exhibitions and publications.

The National Trust welcomed local families to four London properties and trained volunteers and staff to make them feel welcome.

The acquisition of Abbots Hall Farm showed a new approach to managing the coastline in the face of climate change and rising sea levels, while also benefiting nature and people.

Young people from Central Youth Theatre produced a film and exhibition to tell the story of soldiers executed for perceived cowardice in the First World War.

Women from Small Heath, Birmingham came together to learn more about the little-known story of female factory workers in the First World War.

Young people from Midland Actors Theatre joined the Library of Birmingham to explore and share the 160-year history of New Street Station.

The Friends of Stoke Minster preserved and shared the story of their war memorial window.