Have an idea to help move the dial on health equity?
In partnership with the UCL Institute of Health Equity (IHE), Legal & General has launched a £3mn ‘Health Equity’ Fund, to support community-based initiatives across the UK which are addressing the social determinants of health.
Who can apply?
The opportunity is available for registered charities, social enterprises, NHS Trusts or primary care organisations, university or academic organisations and community groups from across the UK, to apply for grant funding to support initiatives or early-stage projects.
What is the process for applying?
1. Connect with the Health Equity Network
Register interest in receiving more information about applying for the grant whilst gaining full access to a community of members who are taking action on health equity in the UK. Scan the QR code below to register and learn more about L&G Health Equity Fund.
2. Share your initial interest
Interested parties with projects or ideas for projects can submit expressions of interest through the Health Equity Network website until 6 September 2024, ahead of the launch of the official application process.
Key Highlights
The £3mn Fund will award grants to successful applicants to support place-based projects addressing the social determinants of health
Provision of grant funding of up to £75,000 per project
Potential to provide support for up to 150 place-based initiatives across the UK
Examples of projects that the Fund may support could range from funding for projects that enable children living in areas of deprivation to live healthier lives to community programmes which address the social determinants behind pressures on A&E services, ways to improve housing to support better health of the occupiers, or partnerships raising awareness of the contribution the natural environment makes to health and wellbeing.
Any questions? For further information or to discuss please contact: HealthEquityFund@cafonline.org.