Finding, attracting and sustaining funding is a common problem faced by initiatives when trying to get a project off the ground. Follow-on funding can also be a significant issue for well-established projects.

This web page contains information about sources of funding which incorporate both nutrition and physical activity and those aimed specifically at either nutrition or physical activity. The information provided includes contact details, what is funded, who is funded and how much can be applied for.

Talking to other projects and organisations that are running similar projects in other areas can be of great help, they have already been through the process and are often very willing to share their experiences, visit the community initiatives database. A section is included in this web page where partners can share information about what funds they have used and their experiences.

Download the sources of funding summary document .

The Wales Third Sector Funding Portal

WCVA has launched a new online resource which will help voluntary groups access up to date information on funding sources.

The Wales Third Sector Funding Portal provides funding advice and opportunities and can be accessed by visiting WCVA Sustainable Funding Cymru website.

The funding portal provides access to a searchable database of over 4,000 UK funding opportunities, advice and support on raising funds and tips on how to diversify funding. The funding portal is a brand new resource for third sector organisations in Wales and has been funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
There are details of various funding and finance options available to the sector, including grants, giving, loan finance and earning income through contracts and trading. There is also the latest information on funding and tendering opportunities and where to find further help and support.

The funding portal has been designed and developed by WCVA Sustainable Funding Cymru (SFC) team. The SFC project is funded by the Big Lottery in Wales and has been at the forefront of enabling the Welsh third sector to become more financially sustainable for almost three years. SFC equips the sector with the skills and information to diversify its funding mix and work towards long-term financial sustainability.

To access the funding portal please visit www.sustainablefundingcymru.org.uk.

GwirVol and Street Games launch sports grants

A new GwirVol StreetGames grants scheme is managed by Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), and supported by Sports Wales and Millennium Volunteers. The scheme was launched at the Senedd by First Minister for Wales Carwyn Jones on Wednesday 26 May at the 2010 Co-operative StreetGames Young Volunteer of the Year Awards. The grants of up to £2,000 each are designed to help develop structured sports programmes in disadvantaged communities through involving young people aged 16-25 as volunteers. Project funding of up to £2,000 per project is available. For more information and to find out how to apply for the GwirVol StreetGames grants, go to www.GwirVol.org or contact Caro Wild at StreetGames [email protected]. For more information please contact Lynne Reynolds on 029 2043 1718, Jackie Huybs on 01495 790212/ 07814 070239 or Leah Doherty on 029 2043 1763.

The Health Work and Well-being Challenge Fund

The Health Work and Well-being Challenge Fund is a grant scheme of £4million available over two years from the Department for Work and Pensions. It will fund innovative projects that improve employees’ health and welfare at work. It is aimed at local partnerships and small and medium sized businesses based in Great Britain.

You can apply until 31 December 2009 for an award in April 2010 to March 2011 and between September 2010 and December 2010 for an award in April 2011 to March 2012. Please visit the Working for Health initiative for more information.

Lets Walk Cymru Grants

Let’s Walk Cymru (LWC) is a Wales-wide initiative tasked with increasing the number of people using the great outdoors as a way of the improving health and wellbeing of the population.

The LWC grants programme supports existing and new projects where emphasis is on developing community based walking clubs and groups. Programmes should focus on providing community groups, small organisations, workplaces etc with the skills and training to develop walking opportunities in their own environment.

Applications can be made by the following:

Public, private & voluntary organisations	Health-related community groups
Local Health Boards	Community / Voluntary groups
Health Alliances	Workplaces / Businesses
Local Authorities	Not-for-profit organisations

There are 3 levels of grant available:

Level 1: £1,001 - £5,000	Community group, Communities First, small voluntary organisation, groups engaged with specific target group
Level 2: £5,001 - £10,000	Multiple community areas, groups engaged with multiple partners and target groups
Level 3: £10,001 - £15,000	Local authority, Local Health Board, large voluntary organisation

For further information and to obtain the application form and guidance notes, visit www.lets-walk-cymru.org.uk

To speak to a Senior Regional Officer in your area to discuss your ideas, contact one of the following:

South East Region 08450 450904

South West Region 08450 450906

North Region 08450 450908

Big Lottery Fund Awards for All

A new version of the Big Lottery Fund Awards for All small grants scheme was launched on 1 April 2009.

The programme aims to make a difference to communities and the lives of those most in need and will focus on social and environmental projects that benefit local communities. Grants of between £500 and £5,000 are available.

More information and application forms are available from www.awardsforall.org.uk or telephone 08454 102030 for enquiries.

This section will be updated as new sources arise. If you are aware of any further sources of funding that have not been covered please contact the Project Team.

Last updated: 12/07/2010

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