Small grants are available to fund projects to improve the lives of the elderly across the UK. Home Instead Charities awards grants of up to £1,500 to small, local registered charities and up to £500 to grassroots organisations for well-being events, activities or pastimes that prevent social isolation and loneliness amongst adults over 55.
Eligible projects may include regular events such as a cinema club, knitting group, or lunch club; one-off activities like a day trip or Christmas lunch; or other initiatives such as yoga classes or guest speaker sessions.
The Fund accepts applications four times a year.
- Applications received in January will be processed and awarded in February
- Applications received in April will be processed and awarded in May
- Applications received in July will be processed and awarded in August
- Applications received in October will be processed and awarded in November.