Jennifer’s Fund 2026: First Awards Announced – Apply Now!

Jennifer’s Fund has started 2026 with a meaningful impact, supporting local people, families and community initiatives across the Highlands. Following applications received at the start of the year, we were proud to award £2,500 in March to a range of inspiring and deserving projects. Each one reflects the purpose of the fund, providing support where it’s needed most and helping create opportunities that might otherwise not be possible. Our Latest Successful Applicants Abernethy Trust (£1,000)
: Supporting families to take part in a dedicated family week, offering time away to rest, reconnect and build positive shared experiences in a supportive environment. Caithness Youth Pipe Band (£500)
: Encouraging young people to explore music for the first time, with funding for equipment that helps them try drumming and the chanter. Ardersier Primary School (£500): 
Helping ensure all pupils can take part in their P7 residential experience, removing financial barriers and allowing every child to benefit from this important milestone. Albie’s Gift / Culloden Community Council (£500)
: Supporting a community-led initiative focused on enhancing local spaces, driven by ongoing fundraising efforts and a strong commitment to giving back. Understanding the Need Behind the Applications While every application to Jennifer’s Fund is different, many share common themes. We regularly hear from families, schools and community groups who are working hard to create opportunities but face real challenges, whether that’s financial pressure, limited access to experiences, or the need for additional support during difficult times. Applications often focus on: - Helping young people access opportunities they might otherwise miss - Supporting families to spend meaningful time together - Building confidence, resilience and wellbeing - Ensuring no one is excluded due to financial circumstances At the heart of every request is a simple but powerful goal: to create positive, lasting experiences, whether that’s a school trip, a new activity, or time together as a family. A Growing Impact in Our Communities Jennifer’s Fund is part of a wider culture of community support across the Highlands, where local initiatives continue to make a real difference to people’s lives. By supporting projects like these, the fund helps ensure that opportunities remain accessible, inclusive and rooted in the needs of local people. If you are a part of a community group, school, or know of a project or individual who could benefit, we strongly encourage you to apply. Applications to Jennifer’s Fund were open throughout April and will remain open until the end of May, awards will take place in June: Learn more and apply here. Making a Difference Together Jennifer’s Fund exists to support people at a local level, helping remove barriers, create opportunities, and strengthen communities. If you know someone who could benefit, please share this opportunity and help us continue making a difference across the Highlands.