Posted on: 15 February 2021
Leeds Hospitals Charity Media Release
Monday, 15 February 2021
Hospital charity set to lead on funding opportunities to tackle health inequalities exacerbated by COVID-19
Leeds Hospitals Charity is delighted to announce the opportunity for organisations in West Yorkshire and Harrogate to apply for Stage 2 funding from NHS Charities Together (NHS CT).
The Stage 2 funding opportunity will mainly be targeted towards reducing inequalities for those disproportionately affected by the direct and indirect impacts of COVID-19. Leeds Hospitals Charity will manage and oversee the opportunity on behalf of both NHS member charities across the region and NHS CT.
The West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership (WY&H HCP) has identified different population groups across the area where Stage 2 funding could have the biggest impact based on population figures for the International Citizen Service (ICS).
Community groups, charities, social enterprises and other charitable organisations from the third sector can all apply and it is hoped that the funding opportunity will enable new and innovative health partnerships.
Examples of potential projects could be managing the transition of the elderly from hospital to home, mental health support, helping vulnerable members of the community or communities to regain their confidence following significant periods of isolation. They may also be projects that support early help, reduce health inequalities, or focus on preventing ill health with a focus on diversity and reaching all communities.
Recognising the role of voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSE) and the wonderful work they do in all communities, Hilary Thompson, Chair of Third Sector Leaders Kirklees and Senior Responsible Officer for WY&H HCP, Harnessing the Power of Communities, said: ‘There has been unbelievable community spirit throughout WY&H to help others and I’m delighted that these funds are being made available to the VCSE working in partnership with health to continue to do what they do best – helping, caring and supporting people in local neighbourhoods and communities. I urge you all to come forward and apply if you meet the aims of the fund and most importantly can carry on the valuable work you all do’.
Since the start of the pandemic national charity NHS Charities Together has distributed over £50 million of grant funding to its NHS member charities as part of the Stage 1 funding round. NHS trusts have benefited enormously from the availability of additional funds to support patients and staff across the UK.
Full details of the grant funding opportunity including the criteria are available with the application form at https://
The deadline to apply is 5:00pm on Monday 15th March.
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For more information, please contact Scott Parker, PR and Digital Manager at Leeds Hospitals Charity, on 0113 360 9067 or email scott.