Frequently asked questions
I noticed that applicants are encouraged to read the ‘One Is Too Many Evaluation’ Report, developed alongside the Westminster Centre for Research in Veterans / University of Chester, before completing their application, why is this?
We recommend that applicants read the One is Too Many Evaluation, before completing their applications, as well as other Trust evaluations, as this new programme is designed to build on the success of previous Trust programmes, including the One is Too Many programme.
Can our project focus on all three programme outcomes?
Yes, but we would recommend projects to strongly focus on one of the three outcomes in the programme guidance as an application that deeply focuses on one outcome, may be stronger than an application that attempts to address all three.
We are a charity that works with the armed forces and would like to apply under this programme, however we are currently behind in our reporting for another project that has been funded by the Trust. Are we eligible to apply?
Yes, however we may decline applications from current Trust grant holders if the reporting requirements for existing grants from the Trust are not up to date. If you have concerns about current outstanding reporting, speak with your Grants Manager.
The programme guidance mentions collaborative approaches, what does this mean?
Collaborative approaches mean organisations and members of the armed forces community, which could include individuals, groups or organisations, working together towards a common goal/outcome that might be difficult to accomplish independently.
In the types of projects section of the programme guidance, it gives examples under each programme outcome, does our project have to include these activities?
No, the examples are not an exhaustive list, and are meant for illustration purposes only.
Our project meets one of the programme outcomes strongly, however we have not sought the views of the armed forces community to see if our project is needed, should we still apply?
Yes, however we do strongly advise applicants to work with armed forces communities to help inform their project, and will ask for evidence in your application, of how people from the armed forces community have helped to shape your project.
You might consider working collaboratively with other armed forces organisations, to help you to deliver your project. There is more information on this in our programme guidance, under, ‘working with other organisations’.
If there are any aspects of the guidance that are not clear, please contact us at info@covenantfund.org.uk
The programme guidance states that projects will be required to work collaboratively with VPPP projects, do we have to start this work before we know if our application has been successful?
No, only successful applicants will be required to work collaboratively with VPPP projects.
Our organisation received funding in the first One Is Too Many programme. Are we allowed to apply this time?
Yes, you are eligible to apply under this new funding, however, please ensure that your proposed project meets the specific aims and objectives of this new programme
Awards made
| Year awarded | Programme | Funder | Organisation name | Project title | Project description | Project location | Grant amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Adferiad | Veteran Peer Mentoring Training Programme | Adferiad will deliver Level 1 accredited peer mentor training and Level 2 Train the trainer peer mentor training to their veteran's network across Wales. The aim is to strengthen the peer mentoring network within Welsh organisations, empowering veterans to support peers and enhance their suicide prevention efforts. | Wales | 100,000.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Ely Centre | Operation Blue Sky | Operation Blue Sky is an Adventure Based Therapy Programme which aims to improve the health/wellbeing and individual resilience of retired armed forces personnel who suffer from psychological injury as a result of their lived experiences through an innovative co[1]designed approach to mental health support and psychoeducation. | Northern Ireland | 49,608.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Inspire | Open Mind | Open Mind will create a culture of understanding and compassion in support organisations and reducing stigma and empowering help seeking behaviour in veterans. The aim is to ensure vulnerable veterans in Northern Ireland receive the right support at the right time. | Northern Ireland | 100,000.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Northumberland County Council | Combat Invisible Wounds | Combat Invisible Wounds will employ a dedicated Community Connector with armed forces lived experience to build capacity, provide effective support and networking within the armed forces / veterans community. The Community Connector will connect with local organisations, identifying local needs and gaps in provision, and will deliver holistic, bespoke support utilising a network of community organisations. | England/North East | 90,000.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide | PAPYRUS - Suicide Prevention Training | This project provides suicide prevention training for veteran families, care and support teams. PAPYRUS will partner with veteran charities, resettlement centres, COBSEO members, and veteran families to equip participants with skills to identify warning signs, intervene effectively, and reduce stigma around mental health and suicide among veterans. | UK-wide | 82,170.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | RMA-The Royal Marines Charity | Prevention of RM Veteran Suicide | This project will embed and develop the lessons learned from RMA’s ‘Lifting the Lid’ campaign, which has resulted in a rise in beneficiaries seeking help at an early juncture. The grant will support enhanced capability and resource to deliver expeditious support to those recognised as most in need of post holistic assessment. | England/South East | 96,000.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association – Forces Help | Sleep Well Project | Glasgow’s Helping Heroes ‘Sleep Well’ project focuses on veteran suicide prevention by providing mental health and specialist housing and financial support, whilst addressing stigma. The focus on stabilising mental health and then build on this by tackling underlying issues, both causes and symptoms of poor mental health, and by encouraging self-help. | Scotland | 98,826.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | The Bridge for Heroes | Bridging the Gaps | This project will enable The Bridge for Heroes to continue and further develop the unique services they offer to veterans with suicidal thoughts or ideologies, and their families, by providing compassionate, proactive, person-centred care using military-specific knowledge. Support will be delivered from a single point of contact facilitating continuity, responsivity and flexibility. | England/East | 48,909.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Tom Harrison House | Strengthening the Safety Net | This project will deliver targeted support to 140 veterans with addictions seeking support who have been identified as high risk for suicide. Individuals will be supported to sustain help-seeking, access addiction treatment, and develop self-care through one-to-one group sessions. | England/North West | 100,000.00 |
| 2024 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | UK Men's Sheds Association (UKMSA) | Armed Forces and Veteran's Sheds. | Men’s Sheds are groups focusing on connecting, creating and conversing, resulting in happier, healthier men (and women. This project, endorsed by the Royal British Legion, harnesses the power of Men’s Sheds, positively impacting reservists when not deployed, those leaving the armed forces and veterans; ultimately saving lives. | UK-wide | 94,645.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | British Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association | Supporting Staff, Helping Limbless Veterans | This two-year project will provide ASIST training and ongoing support to Blesma staff, key stakeholders and Blesma Members. It will enable Blesma to embed suicide prevention, creating systemic change and sustainable support/impact for vulnerable limbless/ injured veterans at risk, including elderly, multiple-amputees and/or female veterans. | UK-wide | 98,508.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Brooke House Health and Wellbeing Centre | Operation Mindfulness | Brooke House will reduce suicide ideation by providing holistic mental health support for veterans and families. Partnering with veterans and offering workshops, counselling and therapeutic activities, the programme will address stigma and barriers, promote recovery, social reintegration. The project seeks to expand peer-led groups and educate service providers on veterans’ needs. | Northern Ireland | 99,464.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Citizens Advice & Rights Fife | Veterans Advice Fife | The project provides welfare benefit advice to veterans, removing financial barriers that adversely impact mental health. It aims to reduce financial stress, improve wellbeing, and encourage help-seeking behaviour, especially among under-represented groups, creating lasting improvements in veterans’ financial stability and mental health support. | Scotland | 100,000.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service | STAND Together | This project will de-stigmatize, improve communication and build positive relationships within families where a veteran may be at risk of suicide, providing informed systemic family interventions, working closely with statutory mental health and specialist veteran support services. | England/East | 99,303.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Dig In | Stronger Together | Delivering comprehensive mental health and trauma informed care training to trustees, staff and volunteers supporting vulnerable veterans. The project will provide accessible, standardised training through workshops and online modules, equipping participants with essential skills, safeguarding practices and support structures to enhance the wellbeing of those providing vital veteran care. | England/North West | 25,826.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Foundation of Light | Game Changer | ‘Game Changer’ is a new holistic wellbeing project that will use football as a catalyst for empowering seventy male veterans with the skills, confidence and knowledge to lead more mentally resilient lives. Inspired by the ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing’, beneficiaries will access physical activity, group-based learning, and targeted one-to-one support. | England/North East | 93,823.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Mentell | We Still Need You | A unique project for veterans in Cheshire East that addresses their feelings of loneliness and isolation by instilling purpose through giving back. The giving back will take the form of helping other men, talk free from advice and judgment. | England/North West | 82,600.00 |
| 2025 | Embedding Prevention Veterans Suicide | Covenant Fund | Walking With the Wounded | Holistic support for frontline staff | This project will investigate, design and develop resources that support the wellbeing and mental health of WWTW’s frontline staff. Frequently, operations teams assist veterans who present with challenging and distressing circumstances. Co-produced with staff, this project will develop resources and an approach that helps to safeguard their mental health. | UK-wide | 99,516.00 |
