Aims/priorities: The 2023 grants programme has been expanded in response to demand from the Parkinson’s community, activity providers and Parkinson’s professional.
The funding is intended to enable more opportunities for people living with Parkinson’s to access physical activities and enjoy being active, which is key in helping to manage symptoms, maintain health and lift their mood.
Who can apply? Applications will be accepted from activity providers, national governing bodies, Parkinson’s groups and branches, and sports and healthcare professionals.
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Have a business bank account.
- Consult with a local staff member of Parkinson’s UK and enter their name in the application form.
- Be able to explain how they intend to reach and engage with their target community or audience and how they will promote the project.
- Explain how they plan to continue the activities and ensure their longevity and continuing impact after the funding ends.
Grant amount: Between £500 and £3,000 are available.
Application process: Guidance notes and the application form can be found on the Parkinson's UK website.
As part of the application process groups must consult with local Parkinson’s UK staff (contact information is provided on the grants webpage). Parkinson’s UK colleagues are not there to help with writing applications, but may offer information and support by connecting applicants with people with Parkinson’s, linking them to existing networks or advising on provision and community priorities in the area.
A panel of Parkinson’s UK staff will assess applications against set criteria and successful applicants will be notified as soon as possible. To ensure groups get a decision quickly all applications received in any one month will be assessed and decisions given during the following month.
Successful applicants will receive a welcome pack which will include information about payments, data gathering, evaluation and GDPR UK requirements.
Unsuccessful applicants are welcome to re-apply after six months.
Previous Parkinson’s UK physical activity grants fund recipients will have to wait 12 months before submitting any further applications to the grant fund.
Deadline: Thursday 30 November 2023
Contact information: Tel: 020 7931 8080 Email: parkinsonpower@parkinsons.org.uk