The Community Innovation Fund is open to Turning Point services and the organisations, enterprises and groups that they are connected to in areas where Turning Point are located - including Wakefield District! If you have an idea for a project that would improve wellbeing for people in your local area, you can apply for up to £2,500 to bring your idea to life.
Funding to help local people and community groups launch activities that will reduce social isolation, improve the five ways to wellbeing and have a lasting legacy beyond the funding.
If you submit an application now (November 2024) it will be considered for the next funding round Spring 2025.
Through its IT4Good Grants Programme, WCIT is providing grants up to £15,000 for educational establishments and not-for-profit organisations to support IT projects and activities.
Grants of up to £1,500 are available for charities and community groups for wellbeing activities and projects benefiting people aged 55 and over that aim to reduce social isolation and loneliness.
The National Grid Electricity Distribution has launched a £500,000 fund to support charities and community groups in helping vulnerable households reduce energy costs and stay warm this winter.