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The Festive Connections programme is all about helping people aged 65 and over feel connected, included and part of their community during the festive period.

The Foundation is offering grants to organisations running activities between 1 December 2026 and 2 January 2027 that create opportunities for people aged 65 and over to come together, socialise and enjoy some festive cheer.

Funding could help with things such as festive meals, community activities, transport, venue hire, befriending or other costs directly related to bringing people together.

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Geographical areas funded: Scotland UK

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Annually awarded:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

Registered charities, exempt charities, constituted community groups or eligible Community Interest Companies (CIC) operating in England, Scotland or Wales. If you are a CIC, you must be limited by guarantee.

Maximum annual income:

£250,000

When to apply

Currently open. Applications close 15 October 2026 at 5pm.

Next deadline: 15 Oct 2026

How to apply

Apply online via the Foundation's website.

Contact information

Activites funded: Citizenship and community involvement Community development and regeneration Education and training Health care and wellbeing Mental health care Recreation and social activities Social care and welfare

Beneficiaries funded: Carers Socially isolated people People in poverty Mental health conditions Older people Local communities

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