Connected Communities: Loneliness and Isolation Fund
Loneliness and social isolation can be experienced by
anyone of any age and any background.
Increasingly we understand the impact they can have on our physical and
mental well-being, and therefore the importance of the relationships we have
with family, friends, colleagues and neighbours in giving us our sense of
belonging and well-being.
Whilst we want to support activities which bring people
together face-to face in a safe and secure way, funding can also be used to
support online activities where this is the most appropriate or only way to
build social connections e.g. where access to a venue is difficult or for those
not quite ready to meet people face-to-face.
The funding can be used for revenue costs only associated
with these types of activities. It cannot be used for capital costs and cannot
duplicate any existing funding.
Who can apply?
You can apply if your organisation is a:
- · voluntary
or community organisation
- · registered
charity
- · constituted
group or club
- · delivering
a service in Merthyr Tydfil
- · not-for-profit
company or Community Interest Company
Terms and conditions of the grant allocation
will be as follows:
• Revenue
funding
• One application
per organisation per year
• Grants
allocated on an annual basis
• Maximum
award of up to £2500
Applications will also need to demonstrate how their proposal fits with one or more of the loneliness and social isolation strategy’s four priority areas:
• increasing
opportunities for people to connect
• a community
infrastructure that supports connected communities
• cohesive and
supportive communities
• building
awareness and promoting positive attitudes.
To request your application pack please contact grants@vamt.net
Closing date for applications 15th August 2022 12 noon.
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