The McCarthy Stone Foundation is offering 30 grants of up to £1,000 each to support local groups that are organising events and activities for people over the 65 years old, during the festive period (Friday 1st December 2023 – Tuesday 2nd January 2024).
The funding is intended to help older people who may be isolated or lonely, particularly during this time, by supporting activities in England, Scotland and Wales which connect older people in their local communities over the festive period.
The grants can be used for a number of different things, including (but not limited to):
- a trip out to a Christmas market
- a subsidised or free Christmas meal together
- delivery of Christmas meals or care packages
- small gifts as part of a befriending initiative
- costs of befriending visits or volunteer expenses
Registered charities, community groups with constitutions, and Community Interest Companies (CIC) limited by guarantee who are based in Great Britain can apply. Groups must be independent, have a bank account in the organisation’s name, and have an income of less than £250,000 per annum.
Priority will be given to groups where activities are free or low cost at point of use, to ensure inclusivity and equity.
No deadline has been specified, but as the amount of funding is restricted, groups are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
For further information, please visit the McCarthy Stone Foundation website.
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