Applications to this fund are temporarily closed. They are expected to reopen in June 2026.
You must be applying on behalf of a non-profit community-focused group. They can only accept one application from each local branch of a community group. Some examples of groups they accept are:
- faith organisations
- sports groups
- charities
- social clubs
- community centres
- parish councils
- local social enterprise organisations
- community interest companies
- resident’s associations and informal groups.
To be eligible for a free, BHF-funded defibrillator, you must:
- ensure the defibrillator is 200 metres or more away from the nearest public access defibrillator
- ensure the defibrillator is available to the public 24/7 in the non-lockable and uncoded cabinet provided
- ensure the defibrillator is installed on an external wall that is not blocked by locked gates or opening times
- make sure that the cabinet has a constant electricity supply
- install the defibrillator within 4 weeks of receiving it
- have authorisation from the property owner to install the defibrillator
- register the defibrillator on The Circuit, the national defibrillator network
- commit to learning CPR with RevivR, our free online CPR training toolcommit to leading Team RevivR sessions in your community, using the resources and instructions provided.
They do not fund:
- individuals
- emergency services
- GP surgeries
- dental practices
- schools and colleges, including nurseries and pre-schools
- military organisations
- police
- organisations looking for a mobile defibrillator.
If you are not eligible, you can purchase a defibrillator from their online shop. Alternatively, you can raise money in your community or look online for further funding opportunities.