In February, the Office for Civil Society launched two new innovative Social Action funds worth £2 million, with our partner Nesta. Eligible projects, based in England, are invited to submit a short expression of interest (EOI) by midday, Wednesday 29 March.
- The £1 million Early Years Social Action Fund to support early years development for children under 5. Nearly a third of children in England are behind in development by age five. The Early Years Fund will support parents in helping their young children reach those important developmental milestones and get the best possible start in life. For full eligibility details, and more information visit Nesta’s website including FAQs and webinar slides.
- The £1 million Savers Support Fund to improve the public’s money management skills. The Savers Support Social Action Fund will help young people and families who are just about managing take better charge of their finances and work towards becoming debt free. This will help people across the UK who have little in savings to help them cope with the unexpected financial shocks in life, those who owe money, and those who struggle to manage their finances. For full eligibility details, and more information visit Nesta’s website including FAQs and webinar slides