The Health Improvement Fund

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The Health Improvement Fund supports initiatives that improve health and wellbeing for people across Aberdeen. Since 2016, over 400 projects have been supported through the fund, these have included toe-tapping tea parties; improving access to woodland walks; mindful libraries; a new hen house at a local care home and many more inspirational and creative projects.

The Health Improvement Fund is now CLOSED.

What is the money used for?

The Health Improvement Fund is available for new initiatives that will improve health and wellbeing in communities across Aberdeen, either geographical communities or communities of interest.

There is now up to £5,000 available to put your idea into action.

We are looking for projects that:

  • Are community led and inspire community members to get involved
  • Meet local need and reflect local circumstances
  • Join people together
  • Can show improvements in health and wellbeing

We cannot accept applications from:
Projects that cover the whole of Grampian – applications must support people living and working in Aberdeen and projects must take place within Aberdeen City boundaries.

Who can apply?

Anyone living or working in Aberdeen. This includes local people, staff, community groups (including informal groups), voluntary or non-profit organisations, as long as the work takes place in Aberdeen.

What Can Money Be Spent On?

Here are some examples of what we can and can’t fund. This list is not exhaustive; if you are unsure please contact us.

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Training costs Ongoing staff costs
Building and environment improvements Utilities/running costs
Equipment

Costs for basic living expenses (e.g., costs to top up food bank supplies, heating vouchers)

One-off events  

 

FUND IS NOW CLOSED. 

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