Awards

Our awards programme supports proposals that help to expand knowledge of the Yorkshire Wolds and ensure that the area remains ecologically diverse, scenically beautiful, economically viable and sustainably productive, continues to provide worthwhile work and leisure activities, and is welcoming to visitors.

Examples of projects which may receive funding

  • Research by individuals or groups into aspects of the Yorkshire Wolds.
  • Community and volunteering activities such as improving village amenities, habitat improvement or restoration, improving rights-of-way and community art which focuses on the Wolds.
  • Information and outreach focussing on the Wolds such as talks, information boards, leaflets, booklets.

Other options may be acceptable, but applications which are not relevant to supporting the cultural or natural history of the Wolds are unlikely to be successful. If you would like to discuss your idea in advance, our Administrator or one of our Trustees will be happy to help. Please contact us for an initial discussion of your idea on admin@yorkshirewoldsheritage.org.uk.

Who should apply

We fund initiatives by community groups, voluntary organisations, academic researchers and other individuals based in and around or concerned with the Yorkshire Wolds.

Scale of grants and donations

We consider requests for funding up to £10,000, although requests for smaller amounts are more likely to be successful. Our aim is to contribute to a range of projects annually, though more substantial grants may be considered especially where these help to unlock more significant funding from larger institutions.

Terms

  • Grants are for projects within the Yorkshire Wolds, very close to it, or with direct relevance to the area.
  • Applications are considered throughout the year.
  • Please answer all sections of the application form.
  • We may request more information and details of proposed expenditure from you.
  • The project's progress may be checked.
  • A final report will be expected, and you may be asked to present any results at a public meeting or within a YWHT publication.
  • The Yorkshire Wolds Heritage Trust must be acknowledged for any assistance provided.
  • The decision of the YWHT Trustees is final, but if unsuccessful you may re-apply at a later date.

Submitting your Application

Applications must be completed electronically and submitted as a Word document or a pdf to: admin@yorkshirewoldsheritage.org.uk. (If you are unable to do this please phone 07944 350114)

In gratitude: This award has been made possible by the generous bequest of Margaret Dibb, who had the distinction of being appointed by Rollits as the first female solicitor in Hull. She lived in Cherry Burton for many years and was passionate about the Wolds and was a long and active member of the Trust.