Exciting Funding Opportunity for Disabled People's Organisations (DPOs)!

Tue,25 July 2023
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As part of our DPO development work, we are delighted to share important information about a grant opportunity for DPOs that ranges from £2,000 to £5,000, with additional help from DR UK to help with the application.

Community Action Partnership: Funding Opportunity for London Communities

The NHS Legacy and Health Equity Partnership (LHEP) and the Greater London Authority (GLA) have launched a microgrants programme to support community organisations. This initiative addresses health inequity and healthcare exclusion.

The grants, ranging from £2,000 to £5,000, are available for community-led initiatives that promote partnerships between communities and health services, focusing on building shared resilience and enhancing access to healthcare. We strongly encourage Disabled People's Organisations to apply.

Proposals prioritising the health and well-being of communities impacted by health inequality and presenting solutions to overcome barriers to health services are particularly welcomed.

To assist you in the application process, Disability Rights UK will organise a virtual application support session exclusively for DPOs interested in applying. To register your interest or for further details, please email rebecca.tayler-edwards@disabilityrightsuk.org with the subject heading 'Application Support Session Registration - Community Action'. 

The application period opened on 3 July 2023, with the closing date set for 5 pm on 11 August 2023. Award announcements will be made on 14 September, and projects are expected to be implemented between 15 September 2023 and 31 March 2024.

For more information about this funding opportunity, please do get in contact. Disability Rights UK is dedicated to empowering DPOs and fostering inclusivity in communities across the UK.

We are committed to supporting DPOs in accessing valuable opportunities like this, which is why we set up our DPO newsletter, with the latest news and opportunities for DPOs and people working within them. To register for the newsletter, email rebecca.tayler-edwards@disabilityrightsuk.org.