The Camanachd Association, in association with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, is excited to announce the creation of the Shinty Heritage Grant. This fund has been established to help shinty clubs and Shinty Memories organisations preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the sport. A total of £10,000 is available, divided into ten separate grants of £1,000 each. These grants will support local workshops and initiatives that gather stories, images, videos, and newspaper clippings about shinty’s history and its community impact.

By capturing this heritage, local groups will contribute to future updates to Shinty’s Story – Sgeul na Camanachd, ensuring that the exhibition remains engaging and relevant for visitors over time.

You will be appointed a Heritage Support Officer who will provide advice and guidance on how to run a successful session and how to digitise/draw out stories from your community.

What the Grants Are For

The grants are aimed at supporting projects that:

  • Organise community workshops to collect shinty-related content (e.g., stories, images, video footage, newspaper clippings).
  • Engage community members, including former players, fans, and volunteers, in preserving the history of shinty.
  • Empower local clubs and organisations to actively contribute to the preservation of their own legacy.
  • Provide material that can be used in future refreshes of the Shinty’s Story -Sgeul na Camanachd exhibition.
  • Foster greater community involvement in documenting and celebrating shinty’s role in Scottish culture.

Who Can Apply

  • Shinty Clubs registered with the Camanachd Association.
  • Shinty Memories Scotland organisations or other groups involved in shinty’s history and cultural preservation.
  • Local community groups or charities with a demonstrated interest in shinty.

Key Dates

  • Application Deadline: 20th December 2025
  • Grant Award Notification: 7th January 2026
  • Project Completion Date: Within 12 months of receiving the grant, to be discussed with the Association.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by 20th December. To apply, you will need to complete the Shinty Heritage Grants Application Form.