New funding to become Heart Healthy

Local community groups are being given the chance to apply for funding for projects that improve heart health in their community.

National charity, Heart Research UK is making an additional pot of £15,000 available for community groups in Northern Ireland, as part of its Healthy Heart Grant programme for projects that improve heart health in Northern Ireland.

The funding is available for community groups and non-profit organisations in Northern Ireland for original, innovative projects that promote heart health and reduce the risk of developing heart disease.

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Projects can address a variety of issues like healthy eating, physical activity and smoking cessation, but the key focus must be heart health.

Community groups can either apply for a grant of up to £5,000 or a grant of between £5,000 and £10,000. The deadline for applying is August 31.

Barbara Harpham, National Director at Heart Research UK, said: “We are delighted to be able to offer this extra £15,000 to community groups in Northern Ireland.

“The aim of our Healthy Heart Grants is to encourage people to make good healthy lifestyle choices and give practical help. This funding will help even more people learn how to look after their hearts and lead healthier, happier, longer lives. Please apply now.”

For more information please visit www.heartresearch.org.uk/grants/apply-hruk-healthy-heart-grants to download application materials.