Harold Stephens Community Fund

 
 

Reducing Loneliness and Isolation in North-West Bristol

Welcome to the Harold Stephens Community Fund page, dedicated to fostering strong community ties and addressing social isolation among older adults in North-West Bristol. At Harold Stephens, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those who are vulnerable to loneliness through targeted funding and support.

Our Commitment to the Community

At Harold Stephens, we recognise the crucial role that community plays in enhancing the quality of life.

Our Community Fund aims to reduce loneliness and social isolation among older people in North-West Bristol by providing small grants to local organisations and individuals. These grants of up to £500 empower recipients to implement projects that foster social connection and enhance wellbeing.

Our mission is to make Bristol the best later-life community in the UK. By focusing on grants that reduce loneliness, we aim to positively impact the physical and mental health of residents.

 
 

Why a Community Fund?

A community fund serves as a financial resource dedicated to addressing specific social, environmental, or economic challenges within a defined region. By investing in initiatives that create positive change, the fund helps improve the quality of life for community members.

Objectives of the Fund

Our fund aims to:

·        Reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.

·        Enable people to try new activities.

·        Increase opportunities for social connections.

·        Improve accessibility to community events.

How to Apply

Check the funding requirements and funding areas in the drop down menu below to ensure your project is eligible.

To apply for a grant, submit an application form detailing your project's objectives, budget, and anticipated outcomes.

Applications are reviewed three times a year with deadlines on 31st August, 31st December, and 30th April. Decisions are communicated within 6 weeks of the deadline.

When you apply, you will need to confirm you have read our terms and conditions document as well as the applicant information document. We can send these to you if you are unable to download them, just let us know.

Application forms and any other documentation can be made available to you in any format you need.

Once completed, send to Laura Brooks: office@haroldstephens.co.uk or drop your application and any supporting documents to the office: 50 High Street, Westbury on Trym, BS9 3DZ.

  • We are seeking applications from community groups within North-West Bristol who want to organise events aimed at reducing loneliness and social isolation among older people.

    We also welcome applications from groups wishing to create social opportunities for carers, who are particularly susceptible to loneliness.

  • The fund supports projects in the following areas:

    • Avonmouth

    • Brentry

    • Coombe Dingle

    • Henbury

    • Henleaze

    • Horfield

    • Kingsweston

    • Lockleaze

    • Sea Mills

    • Shirehampton

    • Southmead

    • Stoke Bishop

    • Westbury-on-Trym

  • Download application form

    Download applicant information document

    Download Community Fund Terms & Conditions

  • Successful applicants will receive up to £500 to support their projects.

    Grant recipients must provide feedback forms from attendees and are encouraged to submit photographs of their events to help promote the Community Fund.

  • Individuals interested in making a difference in their community can volunteer with funded projects or join the decision-making panel for grant allocations.

    We especially welcome volunteers from the later life community in North-West Bristol.