Ageing Better
Funding
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Deadline
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Location
UK-wide
Applications
Rolling applications
Overview
Ageing Better was a £87 million programme that ran from 2015 to March 2022. It was funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. The programme aimed to help older people live better lives. It supported projects across the UK for 7 years. The programme has now ended and is no longer accepting applications. It focused on reducing loneliness and isolation among older adults. Projects helped older people stay active and connected to their communities.
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Who can apply:
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
This programme was for charities and non-profit organisations working with older people. The programme has ended so no new applications are being accepted.
Regions
Awards published
47,703
Typical award
£18,689
Most awards
£9,986 to £20,000
Most funded region
London
12,824 awards in 2025, level with 12,725 the year before.
Recent awards include Wellbeing Challenge CIC (£20,000, 2026), West Wales Motorcycle Project (£19,490, 2026) and Tirabad Village Hall Committee (£15,000, 2026).
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Full details from National Lottery Community Fund
Ageing Better was an £87 million, 7-year programme funded by The National Lottery Community Fund between 2015 and March 2022.
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