As Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board support our recovery from the effects of Covid19, and respond to winter pressures, the Mental Health & Learning Disability Division has funding available for distribution to Third Sector organisations across North Wales.
About the Fund
The aim of this funding is to increase the provision, availability and access to well-being activity, preventative support and resources that have a positive impact on mental health, for people across North Wales.
Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council will be hosting the grant application process with organisations in the county, adhering to the following process:
- Organisations who deliver relevant services and/ or activities for Denbighshire County residents via grants of up to a maximum of £10,000.
- The funding can be used for revenue and/or capital costs.
- Funds will need to be spent by the end of March 2022 however projects and activities can run until the end of May / early June
- Joints bids with other organisations are encouraged
Funded activity will aim to:
- Allow increased / improved access to self-care.
- Allow better access to the right help at the right time.
- Improve facilities that will enable people to access support with their mental health.
- Recognise and address one or more of the wider determinants of health and the impact they can have on mental ill health (for example, physical health, housing and participation in family life/ work/ the community).
- Have impact to lessen stigma around mental health support needs and allow more ability to talk openly.
We are operating a rapid grant decision-making process with applications being considered on a rolling basis until funds are disbursed. You will hear from us within 14 days of submission if your application has been successful. Apply as soon as possible to ensure your initiative or project receives funding!
To access the Application form please click here: English / Welsh
For further information and assistance with this grant scheme application please contact Rhys Hughes: rhys@dvsc.co.uk
Please return your completed application to: sectorsupport@dvsc.co.uk
