Harrogate Brigantes Rotary encourages applications for share of £50,000 Legacy Fund

Harrogate Brigantes Rotary is encouraging charities and community organisations in Harrogate to apply for a share of a £50,000 funding pot before the closing date at the end of November.

The second round of the Brigantes Rotary Legacy Fund follows the distribution of £50,000 to 14 local organisations in 2024.

The Legacy Fund was created following a generous bequest from local resident and friend of Harrogate Brigantes Rotary Dennis Smith, who wished the club to continue supporting organisations that make a significant difference to community wellbeing.

Applications opened for the second round of £50,000 funding in October.

Since then, close to 20 applications have been submitted, but the club welcomes more.

Grants of up to a maximum of £10,000 are available, and applications are welcome from locally-led organisations operating in Harrogate.

The fund is particularly intended to support capital projects for which a grant would make a meaningful and lasting difference.

However, funding for ongoing running costs will be considered if they lead to an identifiable and sustainable ongoing development.

Harrogate Brigantes Rotary President, Guy Wilson, said: “We have been delighted with the response we have had since opening the second round.

“We want to make sure that as many organisations as possible apply for the funds, which could help them make a real and lasting difference in the community.”

Applications must be submitted by 30 November 2026.

To apply and for more information, visit https://www.rotaryharrogatebrigantes.org.uk/project/legacy