Winter Connections
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Funding from Renfrewshire Council to create a network of local spaces and places where people can connect with others locally to overcome social isolation and loneliness.
Funding can be used for various communities activities, including (but not limited to):
- a new cooking project where ingredients are provided
- projects that bring people from different backgrounds together, such as different cultures or age groups
- tablet or device classes for older people
- projects providing social connection and supporting - recovery for people affected by drugs and alcohol
- projects supporting people living with mental illness
- projects supporting people with a head injury
- lunch clubs
- crafting or 'making' activities
- classes with a focus on physical activity
- classes which provide and show how to install simple energy efficiency measures.
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Geographical areas funded: Renfrewshire
Fund type
- Type of funding:
- Grant
- Type of cost:
- Capital
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
Voluntary and community organisations that have a constitution and a bank account. Local groups or organisations who can offer a community venue, run an activity, or would like to open up their existing activities.
When to apply
Apply as soon as possible. The fund will remain open until all money has been allocated.
How to apply
Application form available on the fund website.
Exclusions
Activites funded: Arts & culture Befriending & mentoring Community development & regeneration General charitable activities Health care & wellbeing Mental health care Recreation & social activities
Beneficiaries funded: People affected by drugs and alcohol Families General public Socially isolated people People in poverty Mental health conditions Older people Ill-health Disabilities Learning disabilities Physical disabilities Sensory impairments Local communities
Last reviewed 12 days ago
Renfrewshire Council
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Renfrewshire House Cotton Street, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 1TS
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