Heritage Lottery Fund Train the Trainer event Meet the Funder 29 th November 2013

Outline of the session We will look at: What is heritage Overview HLF grants programmes Developing project ideas and completing the application How we assess applications Next steps

Countryside and Nature

Museums, Records and Archives

Designed Landscapes

Historic Buildings and Sites

Industrial, Transport and Maritime

Cultures and memories

Public and constituted not-for-profit organisations including: Community or Voluntary groups Youth clubs or organisations Charities or trusts Parish councils Local authorities Other public sector organisations Who can apply?

Our grant programmes:

One, short application form Decision in 8-10 weeks No minimum partnership funding but some contribution welcome minimum of - one outcome for people. Sharing Heritage £3,000 - £10,000

Wednesbury History Society Awarded: £4,341 through (Awards for All in 2008) Local people created an exhibition relating to the history of Wednesbury and its community. Wednesbury Local History Project

One, short application form Decision in 8-10 weeks No minimum partnership funding but some contribution - in cash or in kind Minimum of - one outcome for heritage - one outcome for people Mentors Our Heritage £10,000 to £100,000

30 volunteers received training in oral history techniques to record people’s memories of moving to Sandwell from Ireland. The project participants shared this heritage with young people by creating an education resource and with wider audiences through a travelling exhibition, CD & website. Sandwell Irish Community Association Awarded: £48,800 Stories from Sandwell

One, short application form Decision in 8-10 weeks No minimum partnership funding but some contribution welcome minimum of - one outcome for people First World War: then and now £3,000 - £10,000

Volunteers are discovering the impact of the War on medical developments as medics responded to poison gas attacks and battlefield injuries. People are learning about heritage through research visits and a wider range of people will engage with heritage through podcasts produced in different languages. Blinded by war Awarded: £10,000 Focus Insight

Projects delivered by 11–25 year olds for up to 2 years Short application form, decision within 8-10 weeks. Delivered through partnerships of heritage and youth organisations No minimum partnership funding but some in cash or in kind Mentors Young Roots Grants for £10,000 to £50,000

Young people gained a better understanding of their local heritage, such as the visit of Malcolm X in the 1960s and the importance of industry in the area. They produced murals so wider audiences could learn about their research. North Smethwick Development Trust, Sandwell Community History and Archive Service Awarded £24,300 Our Smethwick

Heritage Grants £100,000 and above Grants for Places of Worship £10,000-£250,000 We have a number of new programmes to support heritage organisations become more financially resilient, or for organisations taking on new responsibilities for heritage. Details are on our website, but please talk to us if you would like more information. Other programmes:

Digital Policy We now have some specific requirements for all projects that involve producing something in a digital format e.g. website, phone app, digitised archive This is not a new programme For more information see our website ages/Newdigitalpolicyandrequirementsfordigitaloutput s.aspx

Priority Development Areas Areas and groups that have benefitted less from our funding in the past: Sandwell Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic and Refugee (BAMER) organisations or projects which target BAMER communities Not ring-fenced funding for the area More support, time and resources from HLF development team

What makes a good application

Outcomes We assess projects based on the difference they achieve for: heritage people communities Outcomes are proportionate to the level of grant the applicant is applying for. Some outcomes are weighted; however, you should determine which ones they want to achieve.

Outcomes for… HeritagePeopleCommunities Better managed In better condition Better interpreted and explained Identified/ recorded Developed skills Learnt about heritage Changed their attitudes and/or behaviour Had an enjoyable experience Volunteered time Environmental impacts will be reduced More people and a wider range of people will have engaged with heritage Your local area/ community will be a better place to live, work or visit Your local economy will be boosted Your organisation will be more resilient

This project explored the changing fortunes of Black Country corner shops between 1950 and 2010, and the diverse communities they have served. The Corner Shop Project Black Country Touring £50,000

AIM: Explore the heritage of Black Country corner shops Creating School packs Recording oral histories More people and a wider range of people will engage with heritage People will develop skills Heritage will be identified and recorded Training volunteers to conduct interviews Outcomes within your project

Does the project have a heritage focus? Is there a need and demand? What is the benefit to the public? Is the project well planned? Will it be well managed? Is it financially realistic? What difference will it make? How we assess applications

What is the heritage the project will focus on? Why is the heritage important? Is it relevant to the UK’s heritage Is it focused? Is the heritage focus clear? The project could focus on: Themes Time periods Geographical area Specific events The heritage Section 2

What need and opportunity is the project responding to? Heritage need: Such as a landscape in need of conservation, or a gap in the archives Seek advice - E.g. English Heritage, local Wildlife Trust, Conservation Officer, local archive service Community Need: Are local people or groups interested in the project? Provide letters of support Have the group researched what already exists? Section 3

What difference will the project make? Section 4 Which outcomes will the project achieve? What is the base line the organisation is starting from? How will the organisation measure the difference made? How will outcomes be sustained after the project is completed?

Is your grant request in balance with the benefits of the project? Can the organisation meet ongoing maintenance or revenue costs? Has the organisation accurately costed everything they need? Value for Money

Detail required in budget This will show how your project will offer good value For example; You can add in extra lines to the budget, for more detail

What can be included in the costs All costs related to delivering the project Staff to carry out the project Sources of expertise e.g. Professional Fees Mentors VAT Contingency Evaluation costs (between 1% and 3% of grant amount) Full Cost Recovery

Non Cash Contributions & Volunteer Time Description of Volunteers' Tasks No of Days £ a day Estimated Value Providing professional oral history training Non cash contributions - Things you need but do not have to pay for Volunteer Time - time people contribute to the project rather than taking part Details of non cash contributionsEstimated value Use of meeting room £150 (£15 per hour for 10 hours over life of project)

Read the guidance - and the checklist in the form Get advice - from us, other organisations and successful projects Be clear and check your application – avoid jargon and ask someone to read your application form Don’t start your project before we have assessed it Make sure someone other than the main contact signs your declaration Top tips

How to apply online

You will need to remember your address and password to log back into your account!

You will need to select the programme under which you will apply

Making an application All project enquiry forms and application forms are now completed online via our website For IT support contact: Include your log-on address and password, and your project reference number, if known.

How can the development team help? Provide advice and support Project enquiry form (expression of interest form if under £10,000), available on our website Workshops in our office every month

Online enquiry and application forms Guidance Case Studies Information about your local area Press Releases E-Bulletin Features Our Website: Next steps

How to keep up to date with HLF Check out our West Midlands events page Youtube channel Follow us on For Young Roots join us on facebook

Development Team Catherine Kemp (Sandwell contact) Liz Laura Birkett Katie Contact Us

Heritage Matters