The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust is welcoming applications for the Supporting Partners programme.
Funds of between £10,000 and £60,000 are available for projects which seek to reduce the challenges some Service spouses and partners face due to Service life, by improving wellbeing and developing skills in the workplace.
Carol Stone, Director of Grants said, “While employment and upskilling is still an important focus, we have recognised the need to support spouses and partners with their mental health, and to improve awareness of the unique challenges they can face and how these can be mitigated.”
Who can apply?
Registered charities, Community Interest Companies, military units and bases, as well as universities and colleges are invited to apply for the grants.
What does the programme hope to achieve?
Selected projects will need to address one or more of the following outcomes:
- Enhance the mental health and wellbeing of military spouses and partners.
- Increase the awareness in the community including employers, of the unique barriers and challenges spouses and partners of serving personnel can face. Improving access to provision to help overcome these challenges.
- Recognise and address gaps in provision for military spouses and partners, including those who are non-UK nationals.
- Provide opportunities for spouses and partners to develop and diversify their skills allowing them to change career direction.
When do I need to apply by?
The closing date is noon on 8 January 2025. For more details, visit covenantfund.org.uk
POSTED ON 22 OCTOBER 2024