The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is giving out a limited number of free defibrillators to community groups in the UK. To be eligible for a free, BHF-funded defibrillator, you must:
- keep the defibrillator in the provided cabinet, unlocked and uncoded so that it’s accessible to the public 24 hours a day
- make sure that the cabinet has a constant electricity supply so that the defibrillator stays at the right temperature in cold weather and is visible in the dark
- have a clear need for the device (for example, be in a busy location, or where a public access defibrillator (PAD) is not within 200 metres)
- have authorisation from the property owner to install the defibrillator
- register the defibrillator on The Circuit (the national defibrillator network) within 4 weeks of installation
- be committed to promoting BHF’s free online RevivR CPR training in your community with the resources provided
Who can apply?
You must be applying on behalf 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 associations and informal groups.
How to apply
Apply online via the British Heart Foundation's website.
Closing date: Sunday 28 February 2027. This may change depending on the volume of applications received.
