Grant News
Barchester's Charitable Foundation is a grant-giving charity that helps older people and other adults with disability across England, Scotland & Wales lead more fulfilled lives and reach their full potential.
The Foundation focuses on connecting or re-connecting people with others in their local community, helping combat isolation and loneliness and enabling people to be active and engaged.
Funding of between £100 and £2,500 (£1,500 for individuals) is available for individuals charities and small community groups to help improve people's mobility, independence and quality of life. Applications for individuals must be completed by a third-party sponsor such as a health care professional, social worker or charity/support group representative.
The Foundations helps individuals with:
- Manual and powered wheelchairs
- Mobility scooters
- Specialised trikes / bikes
- Car adaptations
Groupd and organistaions can apply for grants to help with:
- Activity projects
- Equipment and materials for use by members
- Member transport
- Day trips, outings and group holidays in the UK
Applications are assessed on a case by case basis, with funds allocated to those who demonstrate greatest need.
The Foundation is open for group applications in January, April, July and October, and will applicants of the outcome within two months. Applications on behalf of individuals can be submitted at any time.
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