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The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust has reopened applications for its Free from Fear Programme, which aims to address domestic abuse within armed forces communities. This initiative responds to the specific challenges faced by service personnel and their families, where factors such as frequent relocation, social isolation, and rigid hierarchical structures can contribute to higher rates of abuse. These issues have been highlighted in research by King’s College London and the Ministry of Defence.
Eligible applicants include registered charities, Community Interest Companies (CICs), armed forces units or bases, local authorities, and NHS bodies.
Grants between £75,000 and £150,000 are available to support projects lasting one to two years.
The programme will fund projects that meet at least one of the following outcomes:
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Delivering effective prevention measures for current and emerging risks;
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Providing accessible support pathways for victim-survivors, including better recognition and reporting of abuse;
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Implementing sustainable improvements to service provision in response to evolving needs.
Applications must be submitted by 12 noon on 2 July 2025. Funding decisions are expected by the end of September 2025. Full guidance and the application portal are available via the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust’s official website.
Previous projects supported through this programme include the establishment of a UK-wide helpline, development of training programmes to identify early signs of abuse, behaviour change initiatives, and the creation of support networks for victim-survivors.
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