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Funding Available for Community Health and Wellbeing Projects (Devon and Cornwall)

The Health Lottery Foundation has announced that its Community Choice Devon & Cornwall funding round will open for nominations on 12 October 2026. The Foundation distributes money raised by Health Lottery players to projects that improve health, wellbeing and happiness in communities across Britain.

The programme is aimed at supporting community organisations in Devon and Cornwall. The Foundation’s wider funding focuses on health and wellbeing, including health inequalities, preventative care, chronic illness and support for young people. Full funding and eligibility details for this round have not yet been published.

Previously funded projects include:

  • activities and peer support for autistic and socially anxious children and young people;
  • subsidised surfing sessions for people with disabilities, neurodiversity or mental health conditions;
  • projects tackling social isolation;
  • support addressing food insecurity and health inequalities;
  • activities improving physical and mental wellbeing.

Key points / Highlights:

  • Area: Devon and Cornwall
  • Funder: The Health Lottery Foundation
  • Programme: Community Choice Devon & Cornwall
  • Opens: 12 October 2026

The closing date for applications is 23 October 2026

 

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12th October 2026