Historic England: History in the Making

Up to 15 grants of between £10,000 and £15,000 are available to community organisations, Community Interest Companies and local authorities in selected parts of England for projects that enable underrepresented young people aged 13-25 in England to research, discover and mark local history.

Who can apply: registered charities, Community Interest Companies and local authorities in selected parts of England. Individuals registered as sole traders may also apply.

Key words: Disadvantaged and Marginalised Young People and Young Adults, Research, Local History, England.

History in the Making is a grant that enables underrepresented young people (aged 13-25) in England to research, discover and mark local histories. The Fund aims to give underrepresented young people a sense of belonging by exploring local identity and immersing them in local stories.

Each funded project should create a place marker to celebrate where these stories took place and share them with the whole community.

The aims of the programme are:

• Young people will feel an increase in wellbeing; with increased skills, confidence, pride in place and a sense of belonging.
• Young people will feel more connected to their historic environment and the history of their local area, and
• Local stories that have been overlooked will be recognised, revealed and celebrated for the benefit of local communities.