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The Gallaher Trust is an independent charity working to support delivery partners who promote job creation, skills development and provide assistance to disadvantaged adults in the wider Ballymena community.

21/05/2026

📣Delivery Partner Applications Are Open!

Have an idea for boosting job creation, skills development or assistance for disadvantaged adults in Ballymena?

Applications for 2027 delivery partner projects are open until the end of July 2026, and we would love to hear from organisations with ideas that could help support the Ballymena area.

To be eligible to apply, you must be a charity, social enterprise, or not-for-profit organisation focused on:

🔵 Job creation
🔵 Skills development
🔵 Assistance for disadvantaged adults

As Declan Lawn, co-writer of BBC drama, Blue Lights said during our recent Ballymena 400: Building on Partnership and Progress event, “collaboration is everything,” and we couldn’t agree more!

This simple statement perfectly encapsulates The Gallaher Trust’s mission of working together to enhance the local area and the lives of the people within it.

If you have an idea, with a clear plan to make a difference for the people and communities in Ballymena, please contact us in the first instance to discuss.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.thegallahertrust.org

11/05/2026

📹 Watch: A Look Back at Our Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress Event

A big ‘thank you’ to everyone who came along to our recent Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress event, which brought together businesses, charities, social enterprises and local government to reflect on progress, share ideas and look at how we can continue supporting Ballymena in the future.

Since our formation, we have:
🔵Committed £3.1 million to support delivery partner projects
🔵Helped create 486 jobs
🔵Supported 1,739 people to upskill
🔵Assisted 2,158 disadvantaged adults access support

But as we discussed during the event, there is more work to be done to secure the long-term economic future of the town.

This video gives a snapshot of the conversations, shared ideas and the positivity that filled the room, at the Adair Arms Hotel.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the event!

If you have an idea for a project or would like to become a delivery partner, contact us below. Applications are open until July 2026.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.thegallahertrust.org
📽️https://youtu.be/29vBe2g_q9g?si=KJjDFuHYrnq_0uV0

05/05/2026

What An Event! 👏

Last week, we welcomed approximately 100 delegates from businesses, charities, social enterprises and local government to the Adair Arms Hotel for our Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress event.

There were lots of positive conversations and ideas shared about what more can be done to help boost job creation and skills development in Ballymena, to help secure the town’s future economic development.

We heard from some of those behind the formation of The Northern Ireland Hospitality School, Colin Johnston, CEO of Galgorm Collection, Eddie McKeever, Managing Director of McKeever Group and its Operations Director, Ashley Douglas, who discussed how the School is already delivering a tangible impact and its future plans.

One of the highlights was our fireside chat with Declan Lawn, co-writer of popular BBC drama, Blue Lights, and our MC, Jo Scott. From growing up in Ballymena to achieving international success, Declan’s story was inspiring, thought provoking and exciting, especially when he surprised the audience by sharing his BAFTA award on the day, which was a real treat!

A huge ‘thank you’ to everyone who came along, shared ideas and made the event such a success!

If the event sparked an idea, we’d love to have a chat whilst delivery partner applications are currently open for 2027 projects until the end of July 2026. Please email Greg to discuss or visit the website for more information:

📧[email protected]
🌐www.thegallahertrust.org

23/04/2026

❗️One Week To Go… Have You Registered?

There’s just one week to go until our Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress event and spaces are limited - don’t miss out and register today!

You’ll hear from:

✅Some of the pioneers behind the NI Hospitality School, Colin Johnston, CEO at Galgorm Collection, Eddie McKeever, Managing Director at McKeever Group and Ashley Douglas, Operations Director at the School

✅Keynote speaker Declan Lawn, co-writer of BBC drama, Blue Lights on how creativity, collaboration and key conversations changed his life

This inspiring and engaging event will celebrate the achievements of our delivery partners and encourage ideas that will help shape Ballymena’s future.

🗓️Thursday 30 April
⏰8:30am – 12pm
📍Adair Arms Hotel

Register today and become part of this vitally important conversation.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ballymena-400-building-on-partnership-and-progress-tickets-1985495633889?aff=oddtdtcreator

21/04/2026

Offering Long Term Support to the Ballymena Community 🤝

Did you know that The Gallaher Trust is planning to support projects based in the Ballymena community for the next ten years?

Focussed on job creation, skills development and assisting disadvantaged adults, we’ve committed £3.1 million to delivery partner projects since our inception in 2017.

By 2028, it’s planned that our delivery partner projects will:

👩‍💼Create over 570 jobs
👨‍🏭Develop skills for over 2,000 adults
🤝Support over 3,000 disadvantaged adults

Delivery partner applications for 2027 projects are now open. For more information about our work visit our website.

🌐www.thegallahertrust.org.

16/04/2026

📣 Packed agenda announced for Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress

Our Ballymena 400 - Building on Partnership and Progress event is getting closer and we’re excited to share details of the agenda, outlining the key topics for discussion on the day.

Hosted by BBC journalist Jo Scott, here’s what you can expect:

• The Trust's Chairman, Ian Paisley, will reflect on the Trust’s impact to date through the help of its delivery partners

• A panel discussion on the NI Hospitality School, where Colin Johnston, CEO of Galgorm Collection, Eddie McKeever, Managing Director of McKeever Group and Ashley Douglas, Operations Director will discuss how the initiative has created jobs, developed skills and delivered real impact

• A session from Greg McKinley, The Trust’s Director of Operations, on how organisations can access the support available

• An open floor discussion to share ideas and opportunities for the future

• A keynote fireside chat with Declan Lawn, co-writer of award-winning BBC drama Blue Lights, exploring his success and how a single conversation can lead to new opportunities

• An address from the Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Cllr Jackson Minford

This will be a morning of inspired discussion, shared ideas and practical insight.

🗓 Thursday 30 April
⏰ 8.30am to 12pm
📍 Adair Arms Hotel

Register your attendance here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ballymena-400-building-on-partnership-and-progress-tickets-1985495633889?aff=oddtdtcreator

15/04/2026

Enhancing Further Education Opportunities 👏

Last year, we announced a further 99K commitment to the Northern Regional College and Supporting Communities Scholarship Schemes, where we’re supporting disadvantaged young adults in the pursuit of business or STEM subjects.

First established in 2022, 23 students have benefitted from the scheme to date with four already graduating and moving into employment.

Check out the graphic below, where Stephanie McKillop from Supporting Communities details the impact our support has had on their students.

We’re delighted to assist the next generation, boosting skills and bolstering our economy.

Delivery partner applications for 2027 projects are now open. For more information our work, visit the website

🌐www.thegallahertrust.org

09/04/2026

❗️Speakers Announced for Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress Event

With just a few weeks to go until our Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress event, we have an impressive line-up of speakers who will be sharing inspiring success stories as well as ideas on how we can help secure the future of our town.

Let’s meet them:

• Keynote speaker - Declan Lawn, Co-writer of award-winning BBC drama Blue Lights will take part in a fireside chat with our MC, BBC Journalist, Jo Scott, discussing his career journey, reflecting upon how creativity, collaboration and even a short conversation can unlock possibilities

• Panel discussion featuring Colin Johnston, CEO of Galgorm Collection, Eddie McKeever, Managing Director of McKeever Group and Ashley Douglas, Operations Director at the NI Hospitality School will share the idea behind the organisation, alongside the results achieved and ideas on how this model can be replicated in other sectors

Join us for what promises to be an inspiring event that will encourage ideas to help shape Ballymena’s future.

🗓️Thursday 30 April
⏰ 8:30am – 12pm
📍 Adair Arms Hotel

Register your attendance here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ballymena-400-building-on-partnership-and-progress-tickets-1985495633889?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/04/2026

Promoting Positive Mental Health 🧠

At The Gallaher Trust, we always say that mental health is just as important as physical health, which is why we’re delighted to have supported Mens Shed.

Offering local men a safe space for social bonding, healthy lifestyle activities and educational sessions, the charity has had a huge impact on participants who are often facing loneliness and isolation.

To date:

✅Membership has increased by 144%
✅93 events have been held

Well done to the team at Harryville Men’s Shed, we’re proud to see you making such a difference to the community.

🌐www.thegallahertrust.org.

03/04/2026

❗️Exciting News: Applications Open for 2027 Projects

Delivery partner applications for 2027 projects are officially open.

If you’re a charity, organisation or social enterprise geared towards:

✅Job creation
✅Skills development
✅Assistance for disadvantaged adults

Get in touch today.

For more information on the eligibility criteria or to apply, visit the website below 👇

https://thegallahertrust.org/contact-us/

02/04/2026

❗️ One Month to Go Until Our Event – Sign Up Today

There’s just one month to go until our Ballymena 400 – Building on Partnership and Progress event, where we’ll be celebrating the work of our delivery partners and asking some vital questions around how we can secure the future of our town.

Come along for what will be a very informative and inspiring morning.

Further details will be issued in the coming weeks including an exciting keynote speaker and the full agenda.

🗓️Thursday 30 April
⏰ 8:30am – 12:30pm
📍 Adair Arms Hotel, Ballymena

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4m977887

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https://thegallahertrust.org/

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