Funding to support isolated older people

Lisa Paton
Monday 26 July 2021 - 14:40

Applications are open to projects supporting older people facing loneliness and isolation.

Managed by Foundation Scotland, the Sir George Earle Benevolent Fund Grant Programme is seeking applications from projects which meet one of the following themes:

  • Improve older people’s access to social activity
  • Reduce feelings of loneliness or isolation in older people
  • Increase the availability of local projects or activity which supports older people
  • Respond to local social or economic needs

Grants of up to £3,000 are available and the closing date is 2 August 2021.

For full details and to apply, visit the Foundation Scotland website.