voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
McCarthy Stone Foundation - Festive Connections
Created: 29/09/2026News/Events Category: Funding and Finance
This item will show under the following categories: Health and Social Care
The Festive Connections programme is all about helping people aged 65 and over feel connected, included and part of their community during the festive period.
The Foundation is offering grants to organisations running activities between 1 December 2026 and 2 January 2027 that create opportunities for people aged 65 and over to come together, socialise and enjoy some festive cheer.
Funding could help with things such as festive meals, community activities, transport, venue hire, befriending or other costs directly related to bringing people together.
Who can apply?
Registered charities, exempt charities, constituted community groups or eligible Community Interest Companies (CIC) operating in England, Scotland or Wales. If you are a CIC, you must be limited by guarantee.
Maximum annual income: £250,000
How to apply
Apply online via the Foundation's website.
Closing date: 5pm on Thursday 15 October 2026
What now?
See other news/events in the Funding and Finance category
Go to the main News page
Tell us about your own news
Suggest an update/report an error/enquire about this page
News/Events Categories:
Carer Support (2 items)Children and Families (18 items)
Climate/Environment (4 items)
Community Events (8 items)
Consultations (5 items)
Employability (7 items)
Funding and Finance (3 items)
FVA News (1 item)
General News (10 items)
Goods, Donations and Services (2 items)
Governance (34 items)
Health and Social Care (44 items)
Job Vacancies (7 items)
Partnerships, Networks and Forums (25 items)
Social Enterprise (3 items)
Technology (1 item)
Training and Learning (123 items)
Volunteering (59 items)
Go to the main News page
