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Funding

It is difficult enough at times for us to fulfil our targets within our work schedules without having the added burden of securing extra resources and funds. However it is apparent that on many occasions working within social care demands just that.

Securing resources and funds can be a time consuming task at the best of times. Even for those who are unaware of the routes and channels to follow when searching for project funding, there are complications along the way.

Below, you will find some useful contact details and Website addresses that you can use when searching for funding bodies or information and advice on where to locate appropriate funding sources.

  • The Volunteering England Grants Directorate – administers the general fund of the Department of Health Opportunities for Volunteering programme. This fund provides grants to volunteering projects related to health and social welfare. The general address is: , Volunteering England, Regents Wharf, 8 All Saints Street, London N1 9RL. Tel: 020 7520 8900
    www.volunteering.org.uk/funding

  • Department of Health – Visitors to the Department of Health web site can go to the Research and Development section where they can type in ‘funding’ for a full list of resources.
    www.doh.gov.uk

  • The Department for Education and Skills – has details of some funders on its site at:
    www.dfes.gov.uk/
    Use the site's search box to look for specific areas of funding.

    Information regarding the Children’s Participation Fund can also be found on this site or you can call general enquiries on: 0870 000 2288

  • New Opportunities Fund – targets funding to the areas of Education, Health and Environment, with some of its funding aimed at children and young people initiatives www.nof.org.uk

  • Directory of Social Change – Their web site contains information regarding funding and resources including training courses, conferences and publications.
    www.dsc.org.uk

  • Lottery ‘Community Fund’– for further information regarding community grants from the lottery go to
    www.community-fund.org.uk