Barchester’s Charitable Foundation

Grants of up to £5,000 are available for small local groups & small local charities to improve the quality of life and combat loneliness in adults & older people with a mental or physical disability.

The foundation aims to make a difference to the lives of older people and other adults with a physical, learning or mental disability; supporting practical solutions that lead to increased personal independence, self-sufficiency and dignity.

Funding is intended to help small community groups and local charities with the following:

  • Activity projects
  • Equipment and materials for use by members
  • Member transport
  • Day trips, outings and group holidays in the UK

Priority will be given to innovative projects that help older people and those with a disability to get active, meet people, and reduce isolation.

Funding is also available to individuals: this is for people over 65 or adults with a disability or mental health problem. All applications for an individual must have a third-party sponsor such as a healthcare professional, social worker, charity, or support group representative.

Focus of fund/fund aims:

Grants of up to £5,000 are available for small local groups & small local charities to improve the quality of life and combat loneliness in adults & older people with a mental or physical disability

Application deadline:

Applications may be submitted at any time

Fund description:

https://www.bhcfoundation.org.uk/