Northern Powergrid Foundation, Lloyds Court, 78 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne (2026)

03/06/2026

🌟 Powering Resilience in Hull ⚡
When the Lonsdale Community Centre dreamed of becoming a safe, warm hub during times of crisis, the Northern Powergrid Foundation stepped in to help make it happen.
Thanks to a £20,000 grant, the Centre has installed solar panels and energy storage batteries, cutting energy bills by 50% in the first month and creating a lifeline for the community. In an emergency, the system can keep essential services running for up to two days off-grid - providing food, warmth, and safety when it matters most.
Located in one of Hull’s most deprived areas, the Centre already offers a food bank, free meals, and a winter warm zone. Now, with lower costs and greater resilience, they can reinvest savings to feed more families and keep doors open longer.
This project isn’t just about energy - it’s about hope, security, and a stronger future for everyone.
💡 Learn more about how we’re powering communities: https://www.northernpowergridfoundation.org.uk/grants-awarded?page=4

01/06/2026

Celebrating Volunteers Week 2026!

Over the past few years, we’ve had the privilege of assessing grants and working closely with amazing community groups and one thing has become so clear:
volunteers are the heart and soul of every organisation. ❤️

From community hubs and village halls to sports clubs and churches, so many of the spaces we rely on simply wouldn’t exist without them.

When we spoke to groups about how they celebrate their volunteers, we heard everything from parties and special events to cakes and pizzas 🍰🍕

But more importantly, we heard just how valued and appreciated volunteers truly are.

So today, we want to say a huge thank you to every volunteer, past and present, for your kindness, passion and dedication.

And if you’ve been thinking about giving your time…
✨ there’s no better moment to start.

27/05/2026

We’re Still Open for Expressions of Interest 💡

We wanted to remind you that you can still submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) at any time for our Energy Resilience Grant.

Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Log in or create an account on our portal (for new applicants)
2️⃣ Complete a short eligibility quiz for instant feedback on your project
3️⃣ Submit your EOI - we’ll review it within 14 working days
4️⃣ Receive an email confirming whether you can progress to a full application
• If successful, you’ll gain access to the full application form
• If not, we’ll share feedback and guidance to support a future application
📌 Your EOI remains valid for 6 months, and all applications are assessed against our Grant Making Policy.
📅 Assessment dates now act as deadlines for full applications, replacing application windows - giving you more flexibility while still ensuring a clear process.

Our next deadline for full applications for our Energy Resilience Grant is the 22nd September 2026 with awards towards the end of the year!

If you’ve been considering applying, now’s the time to take that first step... allowing your organisation to plan ahead, gather MCS-accredited installer quotes, and complete your application.

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20/05/2026

Powering resilience in Lockington 💡
When storms hit and power cuts happen, having a safe place to turn can make all the difference.
In the small rural village of Lockington, the village hall has always been at the heart of community life. But during a 30-hour power cut in winter, it became something even more important, a lifeline. Residents came together to keep warm, charge devices, share updates, and support one another.
Now, thanks to a £20,000 grant from Northern Powergrid Foundation, the hall is being transformed into a resilient energy hub, with solar panels and battery storage to keep the lights on when the community needs it most.
This means:
✅ A safe, warm space during outages
✅ Support for vulnerable residents
✅ A place to stay connected and informed
✅ Lower energy costs to reinvest into the community
Projects like this help communities prepare, adapt and stay connected, whatever the future brings.
👉 Read the full story on our website:https://www.northernpowergridfoundation.org.uk/grants-awarded?page=4

13/05/2026

🌟 Powering Community Resilience at Chatton Village Hall ⚡
Thanks to a £20,000 grant from the Northern Powergrid Foundation, Chatton Village Hall has been transformed into a warmer, more energy‑efficient and resilient space at the heart of its rural community.
Serving over 500 residents across a widespread parish, the Hall is the only public meeting place in the area and plays a vital role in keeping people connected, supported and safe.
With new energy upgrades, the Hall can now:
⚡ Stay operational during power cuts with battery storage and a standby generator
🔥 Provide a warm, welcoming space all year round
💡 Reduce energy costs and improve long‑term sustainability
🏡 Support vulnerable residents during emergencies
The impact is already being felt, with more activities running throughout winter, improved accessibility for all ages, and a much more comfortable space for the whole community.
This project shows how investing in energy resilience can help rural communities thrive, whatever the weather. 💚
👉 Read the full story online
https://www.northernpowergridfoundation.org.uk/grants-awarded

07/05/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
This May, we’re celebrating the power of communities coming together to support one another.
Across our region, local organisations are creating safe, welcoming spaces where people can connect, share how they’re feeling, and find support when they need it most. These community spaces play such an important role in helping people feel less alone and more connected.
Through the Northern Powergrid Foundation, we’re proud to support groups that bring people together—whether that’s through community hubs, local activities, or spaces where people can simply sit, talk and feel at ease.
Because strong communities help build better wellbeing for everyone.
Let’s take a moment this month to recognise the people and places making a difference every day 💚

30/04/2026

🌞 Powering Kilburn Village Institute towards a more sustainable future ⚡

We’re proud to have supported Kilburn Village Institute with a £13,051 grant, helping to install solar panels and battery storage.

As the only community meeting place for Kilburn and High Kilburn, the Institute plays a vital role in bringing people together and reducing isolation, particularly for older residents. Following a major refurbishment in 2023, this much-loved village hall is now an even more welcoming, accessible and well-used space for people of all ages.

Thanks to our support, the Institute has taken an important next step in securing its long-term future, installing a 10kW solar system and 14kWh battery storage to improve energy resilience and protect against rising electricity costs.

With lower running costs and greater energy independence, the hall can continue to act as a warm, resilient community hub, remaining open when it’s needed most, supporting everything from yoga classes and children’s clubs to parish meetings and festive celebrations.

👉 Read the full story on our website and discover how this project is helping to secure the future of a vital community space https://www.northernpowergridfoundation.org.uk/grants-awarded

24/04/2026

🌞 Powering community resilience in Kirkby Malzeard ⚡
Thanks to a £20,000 grant from the Northern Powergrid Foundation, Kirkby Malzeard Mechanics Institute Village Hall is now a brighter, warmer and more resilient hub at the heart of its rural community.
With 44 solar panels, battery storage and emergency power supply, the hall can now provide a safe, warm refuge during power outages, supporting residents across Kirkby Malzeard, Dallowgill and Laverton when they need it most.
Already, the impact is clear:
✅ Lower energy bills
✅ A new income stream from renewable exports
✅ Increased resilience for vulnerable community members
✅ Clean, locally generated energy supporting net zero
This project shows how community buildings can protect people today while investing in a more sustainable future for generations to come.
👉 Read the full story online to see how this village hall is powering its community https://www.northernpowergridfoundation.org.uk/grants-awarded

17/04/2026

🌞 Powering resilience in Eldon ⚡
We’re delighted to award £20,000 to Eldon Community Partnership to install solar panels and battery storage at Eldon Community Centre.
This vital community hub already provides hot meals, social activities, meetings and holiday clubs and proved its importance during Storm Arwen, when it became a place of shelter and support.
The new renewable energy system will help cut costs, keep the centre running during power cuts, and strengthen long‑term resilience for the local community. 💚
👉 Read the full story:
https://www.northernpowergridfoundation.org.uk/grants-awarded

15/04/2026

⚡Energy Resilience Grant - Round 7 Assessments Underway! 🔍
We’re pleased to share that assessments for Round 7 of the Energy Resilience Grant are now officially underway.
🍀 Best of luck to all applicants!
Didn’t manage to submit a full application this time? No problem - you can still get involved. Our Expression of Interest (EOI) process is open year‑round, so you can share your ideas and stay connected at any time:
👉 https://www.grantinterface.uk/Home/Logon?urlkey=northernpowergrid
📅 The next round of Energy Resilience Grant applications will be open until 22 September 2026.
Together, we’re building stronger, more resilient communities. 💡

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