The Ways to Wellbeing Small Grants Fund is now open!
Voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector organisations in York are being invited to submit expressions of interesto the small grants fund initiative from the Better Care Fund; a programme spanning NHS and local government which seeks to join-up health and social care services. The total small grants fund amounts to £20,000 and will fund projects up to a maximum of £5,000 where there is substantial evidence to support this application. Applications for smaller amounts are also encouraged.
What is the purpose of the fund?
Ways to Wellbeing would like to invite partners to apply to this fund to continue to work together to increase opportunities to build strong support networks within the community. The aim of the fund is to contribute to the sustainability of projects that have a focus on social connectedness, reducing isolation and improving the physical and mental health of individuals. Partners need to focus on one or more of the below outcomes:
- Access to art and culture
- Employment, learning or volunteering
- Emotional wellbeing
- Physical activity
- Healthy lifestyles
- Reducing social Isolation
The fund is open to both existing and new ventures. We are particularly keen to support applications from organisations that are linked to the three new areas we are developing Social Prescribing in whether this is either by providing funds to sustain and expand projects or to increase accessibility and reach.
The fund is available to charities, social enterprises, voluntary and community groups.
How to apply:
1. Please complete the Expression of Interest Form 2020 and return this to waystowellbeing@yorkcvs.org.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 28 October
2. Applications will be screened for eligibility and shortlisted. If shortlisted, you will be notified and then invited to share your ideas with a panel.
3. If successful, you will receive a grant agreement to be signed and returned. On receipt of this, the grant will be paid into your account.
If you have any queries or need support to apply please contact: Christine Marmion-Lennon, Ways to Wellbeing Project Manager, christine.marmion@yorkcvs.org.uk
Before completing an Expression of Interest, please check:
- Your project will be completed by December 2021 and an evaluation and/or feedback can be provided at this time. An interim update will be required in March 2021.
- Your project fits at least one (or more) of the outcomes.
- You are willing and able to work in partnership with other voluntary and community groups.
- You can demonstrate that your project is likely to succeed and that it represents good value for money.