Applying for Funding
Our foundation runs a number of grant programmes throughout the year for organisations supporting people over 65.
Community Grants - Spring 2024 - (Now open for Applications)
We are now welcoming applications for our Spring 2024 Grant Programme.
Updated guidance on the programme is contained in our latest news post at this link UPDATED Grant Guidance, now available. – McCarthy Stone Foundation
Organisations must have a turnover under £250,000 p.a. to apply and be working either in direct interventions to alleviate loneliness, or in group-based social isolation work. While we accept applications from across the country, we will be looking to focus on areas with high levels of deprivation affecting older people.
You can apply for funding at the following link.
Application Form – McCarthy Stone Foundation
Community Socials
Our Community Socials for people over 65 will be launching in Spring 2024 in Winton (Bournemouth) and Canford Heath (Poole).
These monthly sessions are designed to give local people over 65 the opportunity to come together over a hot meal and a drink at a local community hub.
Find out more details at the link below:
Welcome Wednesday to launch at Winton and Canford Heath in March
Small Community Grants 2024 - Invitation Only
Throughout the year our small community grants support older people to feel valued, engaged and connected with their local community.
These grants of up to £1,000 are run in partnership, often with local McCarthy Stone developments or teams who have fundraised for a community cause supporting older people, and are by invitation only. Regrettably we do not accept unsolicited approaches. However, we are always keen to meet and engage with new organisations so please use the contact page to get in touch.