Somerset Community Grants Fund – phase 1 now open!
Somerset Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) has launched Phase 1 of the Community Grants Fund, offering grants of up to £2,500 for projects that strengthen the building blocks of health.
Call 1: Community-led Projects
Applications of up to £2,500 are available for community-led projects linked to the building blocks of health. Groups are encouraged to think about:
- What they want to understand better in their community
- How a small research-led project could help explore an issue, review an existing service, or test a new idea
While current HDRC priorities include education, economic inactivity, best start in life and housing, applications are welcome from across the building-block framework.
Call 2: Employment and Financial Stability
Applications of up to £2,500 are invited for projects addressing one or more of the following themes:
- Reaching people who aren’t working and aren’t accessing support
- CV writing and support with job applications
- Training for employers on supporting staff with long-term conditions or disabilities
- Tailored employment support for carers
- Transport solutions for people with long-term conditions or disabilities
Interested in applying?
For full details, including eligibility and application guidance, please visit the HDRC website. Applications close on Friday 16 January 2026
If you would like support with your application, find out how our team can help here.
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