The Inverclyde Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund is now open for 2024-25.

In March 2024, The Scottish Government announced £15 million¹ for 2024/25 nationwide fund. Now eligible organisations working in Inverclyde can apply for up to £15,000 for initiatives which focus on:

• Tackling priority issues within the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy² such as prevention, suicide prevention and reducing social isolation and loneliness.
• Addressing the mental health inequalities faced by the ‘at risk’ groups locally.
• Projects which consider the on-going effects of the cost-of-living crisis.

The deadline for the fund is Friday 4 November, 10am.

Read more and apply on our website: https://www.cvsinverclyde.org.uk/our-support/inverclyde-communities-mental-health-and-wellbeing-fund-for-adults-2023-24/

CVS Inverclyde CEO, Charlene Elliott, said: “This is an essential fund for Inverclyde communities and we are proud to administer it to local organisations.

“As the Third Sector Interface for Inverclyde, we’re here to support and strengthen local charities and voluntary groups.

“We encourage all organisations considering applying to join our online information session on 15th October to ask questions about your application.

“The impact of this fund over the past three years has been well documented and many fantastic organisations have been funded to deliver crucial mental health support.

“The funding for a fourth year is welcome as we all continue to face immense challenges and pressures. This round of funding will continue to transform (and save) lives in Inverclyde.”

Sign up to our fund information session on Tuesday 15 October: https://www.cvsinverclyde.org.uk/events/inverclyde-communities-mental-health-and-wellbeing-fund-for-adults-2024-25-info-event/