Help Yourselves Awards Scheme
Grants of up to £1,000 are available in the latest round of the Help Yourselves! Awards Scheme. The programme, provided by Save the Children in partnership with British Gas, supports community-based projects that can make a real difference to young people’s lives, particularly those who live in poverty.
The latest funding round in Phase Three of the Awards has been launched, with an application deadline of 11 July. Upcoming rounds to be held later in 2008 are expected to offer larger grants of £5,000 and £10,000 to communities suffering from severe poverty.
The scheme is open to all UK-based, fully constituted voluntary and community groups. Applications can come either from a young person linked to an organisation, or from an organisation that works with children and young people. Statutory organisations can also apply, providing they do not already receive funding to carry out the proposed activity.
Eligible projects must have a positive impact on the circumstances and experiences of young people and fulfil the following criteria:
- Improve the life chances for young people.
- Are led by young people at all stages, including planning and delivery.
- Benefit the most vulnerable and disadvantaged groups in society.
Grants will usually be paid upfront in a single instalment. For more information about the programme, and to download application forms, visit the Help Yourselves! Award Scheme website at www.helpyourselves.org.uk