Free From Fear Programme 2024/25

Grants between £75,000 and £150,000 to focus on addressing domestic abuse through preventative measures or providing support routes for survivors in Armed Forces communities.

This programme offers grants between £75,000 and £150,000 to address the impact of domestic abuse and support initiatives aimed at having a long-term effect in preventing domestic abuse in serving Armed Forces communities or assisting those affected.

Eligibility

Applications are welcome from:

• Registered charities

• Community Interest Companies (CICs)

• Armed Forces bases/units

There is more detailed information about eligibility in the programme guidance available below. It is important that you read the programme guidance carefully before you apply.

What’s available

You can apply for grants between £75,000 and £150,000 towards a project being delivered over a period of up to two years.

Themes and priorities

We want to support projects that aim to focus on addressing domestic abuse through preventative measures or by providing effective support routes for victim-survivors.

Your project will need to achieve one or more of the following outcomes:

• Deliver effective, preventative and educational measures regarding domestic abuse within Armed Forces communities, by addressing emerging and current challenges.

• Provide clear routes, or remove barriers, to enable victim-survivors to access effective support, including the ability to recognise and report domestic abuse.

• Establish long-term, sustainable improvements and adaptation of support to meet the evolving needs of victim-survivors.

Deadlines and dates to note

If you apply by 12 noon on Wednesday 16 October 2024 you will receive a decision before the end of December 2024.

For more information, and to apply, please visit: https://covenantfund.org.uk/programme/free-from-fear-programme-2024-25/