The foundation runs a number of grant programmes throughout the year for organisations supporting people over 65 and an annual income under £250,000 p.a.
Their Creating Connections Grant Programme will be awarding 20+ grants of up to £7,500 to charities and community groups who are helping to reduce loneliness and isolation for the over 65’s. You may be providing direct person-centred interventions such as befriending OR group based social activities. They also support Community Transport who assist in bringing together older people.
Timings for the upcoming grants round are as follows:
1st August: Applications Open. (Link to application form will be posted here)
29th August: Applications Closed – shortlisting and due diligence takes place.
11th September: Shortlisted applications go to Grants Sub-Committee.
25th September: Sub-Committee meets and recommends awards.
2nd October: Trustee Board meets to approve awards.
6th October: Applicants informed of outcome.
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