Covid-19 Impact programme

This programme has now been archived

the information below is provided for reference only

The Covid-19 Impact Programme ensured that people from armed forces communities could continue accessing important services, where resources for these services were impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Covid-19 Impact programme

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Amount awarded

£ 0

This was a single round programme, with £6 million available to armed forces charities and CICs supporting serving personnel, veterans and their families affected by Covid-19.

The Trust administered this programme; however, a panel comprising MOD, the Cabinet Office and Cobseo representatives made decisions on applications.

You can view all awards made in the table below.

This programme was designed to ensure that people from armed forces communities could keep accessing important services, where resources for these services have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Charities across the UK must have been working in one of nine key areas:

  • Support to the elderly (including care homes)
  • Mental and physical health
  • Welfare
  • Domestic violence
  • Housing
  • Criminal Justice System
  • Service families (including childcare)
  • Bereavement
  • Employment

This programme is now closed – no application resources are available.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Awards made

Year awardedProgrammeFunderOrganisation nameProject titleProject descriptionProject locationGrant amount
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Advocacy PeopleThe Veterans' Advocacy PeopleFunding will allow the group to continue supporting veterans and their families, helping them to voice their needs and concerns and get the support they require.England/South West52,206.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryAlabaré Christian Care and SupportHomes for Veterans COVID supportFunding will allow the group to provide additional support during the Covid-19 pandemic to veterans with underlying health issues, those with poor mental health and those experiencing long term homelessness.England/South West62,462.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryArmed Forces Community HQ CICTackling Social Isolation and Welfare (COVID 19)Funding will allow the group to continue to operate during the Covid-19 pandemic, operating a seven day service, providing emergency support and tackling social isolation.England/North West56,333.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBeyond the BattlefieldDecrease in Funding/Increase in clientsFunding will enable the group to support veterans who are struggling during the Covid-19 pandemic and deal with the increased number of veterans and families contacting them.Northern Ireland40,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBlind Veterans UKRunning Costs Blind Veterans UKFunding will allow the group to deliver support and welfare, including Covid-19 relief support, to over 4,700 beneficiaries throughout the UK.UK-wide125,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBRAVEHOUNDDatabase, training, administration, and equipmentFunding will be used for IT improvements enabling the group to better deliver services affected by Covid-19. Scotland45,849.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBright Horizons Daycare CentreDay care for military familiesFunding will enable the group to remain open and continue to support children from Armed Forces families despite challenges caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.Scotland20,160.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBritish Limbless Ex-Service Men's AssociationSupport Services for Limbless VeteransFunding will enable the group to continue to offer much-needed support to Blesma members during Covid-19, including signposting, maintaining regular contact and ensuring veterans and their families receive essential goods.UK-wide125,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe British Nuclear Test Veterans Association (BNTVA)Operation ReuniteFunding will enable the group to provide tablet computers to their elderly veterans allowing them to host a virtual reunion, offering support to alleviate anxiety, social isolation and loneliness.UK-wide59,600.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe British Training BoardRemote Career Development Employment ProgrammeFunding will enable the group to provide remote support to current and new members of the Armed Forces Community across Wales, including career development, skills translation to accredited qualifications and employability skills.Wales60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBroughton House - Veteran Care VillageWhole organisations usual activityFunding will provide support for the organisation to continue to care for veterans while they face significant additional costs and reduced ability to fundraise due to Covid-19.England/North West125,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBuilding Heroes Education FoundationRecommence and expand Construction Skills ProgrammeFunding will allow the group to reskill veterans and service leavers for new careers in construction. The charity will upscale to open additional sites, providing an additional 200 training and employment opportunities this year.UK-wide50,250.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryBurnley FC in the CommunityVeterans Provision - WelfareFunding will allow the group to expand their support to respond to veterans who have approached them with welfare issues during the Covid-19 pandemic; including financial issues, unemployment and social isolation.England/North West17,981.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCardiff City FC FoundationBluebirds Veterans ProjectFunding will allow the project to support their beneficiaries through alternative channels in the absence of face-to-face contact during Covid-19.Wales11,108.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCare after CombatProject Phoenix Reducing Veteran reoffendingFunding will allow the group to continue to support their beneficiaries, tackling loneliness and reoffending.UK-wide83,318.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCare for VeteransMixed rehabilitation for disabled veteransFunding will allow the group to deliver care and rehabilitation to elderly, vulnerable and disabled veterans. England/South East125,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCatterick Garrison Preschool GroupWant to extend sessions into the summer holidays. Provide 4 weeks childcare for families using our facility.
Continue to provide learning resources for families keeping safe at home.
Funding will enable the group to offer extended childcare to children from Armed Forces families. England/North East16,689.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCentral Bank Lisburn StationService Families (including children)Funding will enable the group to offer summer provision to service families to support their physical and holistic development and skills.Northern Ireland20,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCeredigion Armed Forces Veterans HubLocal veteran community support during the Corona-virus pandemic.Funding will allow the group to provide vulnerable veterans in Aberystwyth with vital welfare, medical support and moral support.Wales2,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCombat StressDigital Veterans' Mental Health ServiceFunding will allow the group to accelerate the delivery of a Digital Veterans’ Mental Health Service, much needed due to the Covid-19 pandemic while support cannot be accessed in person.UK-wide250,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySurf ActionAdditional support for vulnerable veteransFunding will allow the group to deal with the significant increase in requests for physical, psychological and relationship advice they have received from new, past and present service users.England/South West30,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCommunities and Nature International (CAN International)Supporting Elderly Gurkha Veterans and FamiliesFunding will allow the group to support elderly Gurkha veterans affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. This will include telephone and online support and mobilising their team of volunteers to support key areas.England/London24,074.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryCFBOvertime for caseworkersFunding will enable the group to deal with an increased demand in casework due to Covid-19. The organisation supports Fijians residing in the UK who are serving in the UK armed forces, veterans and their dependents. UK-wide15,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryDeafblind UKEnhanced and expanded helpline serviceFunding will allow the group to offer an enhanced and expanded helpline service to veterans, offering practical assistance and advice alongside wellbeing and emotional support.UK-wide27,270.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryDig InDig In COVID Recovery ProgrammeFunding will allow the group to adapt its ways of working to continue providing the service that is so vital to their beneficiaries. England/North West21,769.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryEast Sussex Veterans HubCommunications, Awareness and Operational costsFunding will allow the group to improve access to digital communications, provide activities and support to their members during the Covid-19 pandemic.England/South East26,386.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryEly CentreConnectivity and engagement with aged veteransFunding will enable the group to provide tablets to members living on their own, linking them to their families and giving better access to the group’s support.Northern Ireland52,372.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryErskine Veterans CharityErskine: Activities for Isolated VeteransFunding will enable the group to deliver a programme of activities to elderly veterans and spouses. The project will provide vital social interaction and mental stimulation for vulnerable veterans who are at risk of isolation and loneliness during social distancing.Scotland250,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryFinchale Training College Trading as Finchale GroupFinchale Online - holistic learning hubFunding will allow the group to develop a virtual learning hub, allowing social and physical activities to be offered alongside learning opportunities, enabling the organisation to expand capacity in response to need and give access to support and activitiesEngland/North East58,565.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryForces Employment CharityVulnerable veterans & families employment supportFunding will enable the group to provide employment support to vulnerable veterans, Service leavers and their families at this critical time. England/South West50,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryFuture for HeroesExperiential Training Courses to develop Positive Mental Health.Funding will allow the organisation to continue to provide services to veterans through courses and mentoring. England/North West39,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryGloucester Rugby FoundationGloucester Rugby: Wellness to EmploymentFunding will enable the group which has an established Veterans Activity Hub move activities to an online service providing a safe space for veterans who are unemployed to learn new employability skills and interact with local businesses. England/South West7,770.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryGroundwork Greater ManchesterOperation Re-Org Employment, Skills & TrainingFunding will allow the group to continue to support unemployed veterans in Greater Manchester to prepare for and secure employment. England/North West35,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryHELP 4 HOMELESS VETERANSsupporting homeless veterans into accommodationFunding will allow the group to continue to support homeless veterans England/North East20,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryHelp for HeroesHidden Wounds Psychological Wellbeing ProgrammeFunding will enable the group to provide psychological wellbeing support to wounded veterans and their families, meeting the increase in demand due to the ongoing impact of Covid-19.UK-wide150,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryHistoric Army Aircraft Flight TrustThe Historic Aircraft FlightFunding will allow the group to continue to operate during the Covid-19 pandemic. England/South East25,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryHome-Start RichmondshireVolunteer led support for familiesFunding will allow the group to continue to support Army families during the COVID-19 pandemic. England/North East26,306.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryHORSEBACK UKMilitary Recovery ProjectFunding will allow the group to continue to provide services to their members, adapting to meet current social distancing requirements, and offering immediate digital delivery. UK-wide32,475.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryHull FC Community FoundationSupporting veterans in care homesFunding will allow the group to support more veterans living in care homes and supported accommodation across Hull. England/North East8,160.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryIcarusMental health & WelfareFunding will allow the project to meet increased demand during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond. UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryImproving Lives PlymouthPlymouth Veteran and Family HubFunding will allow the group to provide ongoing casework support via telephone and internet to veterans and their families and carers, including emerging additional needs due to COVID-19. England/South West40,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryInvictus Games FoundationInvictus Games Foundation online community servicesFunding will allow the group to maintain and enhance its online support services to enable the Wounded, Injured and Sick (WIS) Forces community to stay connected, lead physical and mental health initiatives and empower peer-led support as a positive response to the pandemic.England/East57,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryKartForceVeterans physical and mental healthFunding will allow the group to provide endurance car racing (which can be adapted for veterans with disabilities) and training for injured veterans to promote positive physical and mental wellbeing which has been impacted by the lockdownEngland/West Midlands10,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryMaximum Edge CICVirtual Support for Vulnerable VeteransFunding will allow the group to offer services and support which reduce isolation and loneliness during the Covid-19 pandemic. England/North West37,580.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryMindfulness ScotlandDevelopment of on-line CoursesFunding will allow the group to continue the delivery of mindfulness classes for veterans and their partners in collaboration with Combat Stress. They will use digital platforms and develop an app in due course.Scotland4,800.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryMission MotorsportMental and Physical Welfare SupportFunding will allow the group to continue their work in support of vulnerable veterans on their families.UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryOn Course FoundationOn Course Foundation on-going serviceFunding will allow the group to continue to deliver an innovative and adapted programme of activities, offering a positive distraction from the Covid-19 pandemic.UK-wide40,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryOperation VeteranCrisis Continuation GrantFunding will allow the organisation to continue to operate, supporting veterans during the Covid-19 pandemic. England/North East7,574.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryOxford Parent Infant ProjectParent-Infant Therapy for Forces’ familiesFunding will allow the group to continue to offer therapy provision to RAF Brize Norton and RAF Benson families.England/South East14,443.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryPoppy FactoryEmployability support for WIS veterans.Funding will allow the group to continue to support Wounded, Injured and Sick veterans including new referrals. The Poppy Factory will also help WIS veterans to stay in work at this exceptionally difficult time.UK-wide100,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryPoppyscotlandPoppyscotland Welfare ProvisionFunding will allow the group to continue to support veterans and their families, living in Scotland, with advice, employment, mobility, respite, housing and mental health support.Scotland125,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryProject RECCE CIOProject RECCE including COVID-19 response.Funding will allow the group to continue its vital work via an online programme; dealing with increased demand for its wellbeing support, mentoring and training.UK-wide67,662.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryPTSD Resolution CIOOn-line counselling for VeteransFunding will allow the group to continue to support veterans, including an increase in clients. They will continue to conduct sessions virtually, offering videoconferencing counselling. UK-wide35,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryFisher HouseSupport for Fisher House UKFunding will allow the group to continue to support Fisher House, which supports UK military personnel and their families.UK-wide50,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryQuick Response Memorial WoodlandSupport for cancelled fundraising activitiesFunding will allow the group to continue to offer immediate help to veterans, including an increase in demand for poverty relief to due Covid-19. England/South East9,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRAF AssociationOperation Connect – a COVID-19 responseThe RAF Association will provide crucial friendship and support to the RAF family during the COVID-19 crisis, in particular older RAF veterans and their loved ones who are vulnerable during this time and are experiencing increased loneliness and isolation as a result of self-isolation and shielding.UK-wide93,750.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRAF Brize Norton Pre SchoolPre school; RAF Brize NortonFunding will allow the group to continue their work with Armed Forces families during the Covid-19 pandemic.England/South East7,016.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryReading ForceReadingForce shared reading connecting familiesFunding will allow the group to meet extra demand during the Covid-19 pandemic for books and scrapbooks for Service families.UK-wide21,400.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRFS Career AcademySupporting spouses in career successFunding will allow the group to create an online digital platform, providing collaborative employment development resources and support for spouses with the aim to secure ongoing career success within our military community.UK-wide58,920.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Royal Air Force Central FundMental and Physical Health supportFunding will allow the group to enrich the lives of serving personnel by improving their mental and physical health through improved access to sporting and physical activity and rehabilitation opportunities on stations throughout the UK.England/South East29,664.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRoyal British Legion Industries (RBLI)Nursing care for older veteransFunding will enable the group to continue to offer vital support to older veterans and their families, many of whom have multiple health conditions and are at the greatest risk from Covid-19. England/South East250,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRoyal British LegionRoyal British Legion Care HomesFunding will allow the group to continue to support vulnerable veterans in the Legion’s care homes.England/South West250,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRoyal Hospital of ChelseaCOVID19 Emergency ResponseFunding will enable the group to offer high level care to veterans during Covid-19. Funding will be used to provide additional staff, PPE and technology, so Chelsea Pensioners can keep in touch with loved ones as quarantine continues through the year.England/London125,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRMA-The Royal Marines CharityMental ill-health and alcohol addictionFunding will allow the group to continue to support the most vulnerable members of the RM community, particularly those experiencing exacerbated challenges due to the social distancing measures.England/South West125,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySailors Childrens SocietyFamily Support Scheme administrationFunding will allow the group to continue to support their beneficiaries in spite of the Covid-19 pandemic.UK-wide55,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySale Sharks FoundationShark Forces: Better WellbeingFunding will enable the group to develop their Sharks Forces project into an accessible online programme, offering structured weekly personal development, physical activity and mental resilience sessions for the veteran community. England/North West9,230.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryScotty's Little SoldiersSupporting bereaved forces children nationallyFunding will allow the group to continue providing intensive mental health and emotional wellbeing support to 410 priority, vulnerable bereaved forces children nationwide in response to Covid-19, by reducing their isolation and anxiety during 'lockdown' and preparing them for and supporting them through their emergence into society's 'new normal', disrupted education and lives.UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySheffield Mind LtdMovement Therapy via Zoom.Funding will allow the group to deliver online movement therapy sessions to military families and military veterans across South Yorkshire.England/North East9,881.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryShots in the Community FoundationPhysical and mental health supportFunding will allow the group to continue to support the needs of Service families and homeless veterans. They will provide social contact through phone and digital platforms and encourage active engagement for four veterans, in part time employment.England/South East18,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Sir Oswald Stoll FoundationCOVID-19 Support for Stoll VeteransFunding will allow the group to deal with increased demand for their support during the Covid-19 pandemic, from those veterans shielding and self-isolating.England/London92,250.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySmart Savings CICFinancial servicesFunding will allow the group to provide immediate support to address issues around income, debt and mental wellbeing of military veterans, their families and current serving military personnel. England/South West12,836.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association – Forces HelpSSAFA COVID-19 Frontline ResponseFunding will enable the group to address urgent welfare concerns within the Armed Forces community that have been severely exacerbated by COVID-19. This includes boosting capacity of their existing Forcesline, Casework and Mentoring services to create a referral pathway for beneficiaries who are trapped in increasingly dire personal circumstances.UK-wide250,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySpecial Boat Service AssociationHAMWORTHY BARRACKS COMMUNITY CENTREFunding will enable the group to continue to offer childcare and welfare support for Service children with the community centre.England/South West31,610.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySpinal Injuries AssociationSupporting spinal cord injured peopleThe group will provide specialist information, support and advocacy to spinal cord injured people and their families from the Armed Forces through provision of peer support, counselling, engagement with healthcare professionals and advice.UK-wide15,952.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryDEFENCE MEDICAL WELFARE SERVICE (DMWS)DMWS Emergency Response ServiceFunding will allow the group to continue to offer their phone-based rapid response welfare service to the Armed Forces community who are on a healthcare pathway. UK-wide41,436.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryStand EasySupporting WIS Veterans through Covid-19Funding will allow the group to continue to support Wounded, Injured and Sick veterans during the Covid-19 pandemic, extending creative ways to counter isolation.Scotland14,416.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryStep Together VolunteeringRehabilitation Through VolunteeringFunding will allow the group to focus on helping clients maintain and improve their mental wellbeing, finding ways to lessen the impact of social isolation. They will create online resources and develop a range of new ways to engage, tailoring the support to each individual.UK-wide59,780.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasurySupporting Wounded Veterans Ltd.Covid-19 related activitiesFunding will allow the group to adapt its programmes to provide meaningful and engaging online support, including additional pain management clinics for those unable to attend hospital appointments. UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryTeam Endeavour Racing UK CICWIS Adaptive Power BoatingFunding will allow the group to maintain, service and replace their boats. This will enable them to prepare for the lifting of restrictions and be in a position to continue their support of the Wounded, Injured and Sick Service personnel and veterans.England/South West20,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Bridge for HeroesOutreach Welfare Support to VeteransFunding will allow the group to maintain a high level of contact with vulnerable veterans and immediate family members in the West Norfolk area. England/East50,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Felix FundWelfare support and help with mental healthFunding will allow the group to continue to offer welfare and mental health support during the Covid-19 pandemic.UK-wide20,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryOutside the Wire - The Matthew ProjectOutside the WireFunding will allow the group to provide vital, tailored one-to-one support to Armed Forces beneficiaries affected by drug or alcohol misuse and/or PTSD, across Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex.England/East48,539.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Military Wives Choirs FoundationEmpowering Women in the Military through MusicFunding will allow the group to continue to provide support to their choir network. UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Not Forgotten AssociationEntertainment for elderly, isolated veteransFunding will allow the group to continue to provide comfort and cheer to those elderly veterans who are isolated, lonely and most vulnerable during this pandemic. UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRoyal Star and GarterResidential nursing/dementia care for veteransFunding will allow the group to continue supporting veterans with specialist nursing and dementia support in their three homes through the pandemic. England/London60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Warrior ProgrammeTransfer of usual activities onlineFunding will allow the group to provide its usual services, but online, supporting their existing beneficiaries as well as the wave of additional veterans and family members coming forward for help due to Covid-19. UK-wide58,985.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThistle Health and WellbeingSupport for Thistle’s Veterans ServiceFunding will allow the group to continue to provide vital and immediate wellbeing support to veterans across Scotland, affected by COVID-19 who and are at risk of deteriorating physical and mental health. Scotland12,885.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryTom Harrison HouseVeterans Recovery Support ProgrammeFunding will enable the group to provide intensive therapeutic support to 60 veterans with addictions and poor mental health during the Covid19 crisis. The programme will enable veterans to continue to access services to maintain abstinence, improve mental health and wellbeing, reduce social isolation, and resettle in their communitiesEngland/North West50,480.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe VC GalleryCovid Response PembrokeshireFunding will allow the group to continue to offer important services to the Armed Forces community throughout Pembrokeshire by responding to the individuals’ needs, be they support with housing, financial problems or wellbeing concerns.Wales21,651.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryVeterans AidFrontline support to veterans who are homeless, facing homelessness or in crisis.Funding will enable the group to help veterans who are homeless, facing homelessness, or in crisis, address their problems, empower them with necessary skills and achieve their own maximum potential.UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryVeterans Change Partnership CICveterans support & organisational costsFunding will enable the group to continue to offer essential support to new and existing veteran clients, including welfare support, education and training, and support around health, housing and wellbeing. England/South West27,675.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Veterans CharityWelfareFunding will allow the group to continue to support their beneficiaries in spite of the Covid-19 pandemic, including increased demand for their rapid support.UK-wide24,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Veterans Hub Weymouth & Portland CICSupport services during the PandemicFunding will allow the group to continue to support veterans, safeguarding the most vulnerable veterans and Armed Forces personnel.England/South West25,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryVeterans in CommunitiesRe-Start and RecoverFunding will allow the group to continue to operate during the Covid-19 pandemic.England/North West14,269.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryVeterans Outreach SupportCovid-19 Continuity: Community, Comfort, Care.Funding will allow the group to continue to support their beneficiaries during the Covid-19 pandemic.England/South East31,176.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryWalking With the WoundedWalking With The Wounded servicesFunding will allow the group to continue to support their beneficiaries, including an increased demand for their services during the Covid-19 pandemic.UK-wide80,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryWaterloo UncoveredWaterloo Uncovered Veteran Support ProgrammeFunding will enable the group to continue to support veterans and serving military personnel through their unique support programme focused around a ground-breaking archaeological excavation at the Waterloo Battlefield.UK-wide60,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryWavell SchoolService Family Support ServiceFunding will allow the group to widen the geographic reach of their support to military families and offer additional support, tackling mental and physical health, welfare and other issues caused by the Covid-19 lockdown.England/South East9,000.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryABF The Soldiers CharityOperating costs for Covid support.Funding will enable the charity to sustain vital and immediate wellbeing support to those serving soldiers, veterans and families affected by COVID-19 – thereby helping the Army to focus on its support to the Nation.UK-wide158,500.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryRAF Benevolent FundAdaption of welfare servicesThe RAF Benevolent Fund is supporting more beneficiaries than ever before, 75% are elderly with complex health/ welfare needs. The funding will enable them to respond to beneficiary needs and adapt welfare services, at a time when voluntary income has reduced significantly.UK-wide158,500.00
2020Covid-19 Impact FundHM TreasuryThe Royal Navy and Royal Marines CharityRNRMC Covid Response operating costsThe funding will ensure that RNRMC can continue to deliver our ambitious funding strategy to support the naval family of beneficiaries in the face of increased expenditure to response to the Covid crisis.UK-wide158,500.00

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