Supporting Change - Carers

Funding

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Location

UK-wide

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

This grant supports projects that improve the health of unpaid carers. The funding is available across the UK. You can apply for projects that help carers look after their own wellbeing. The application process is rolling, so there is no fixed deadline. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. Projects should focus on health improvements for people who care for family members or friends without being paid. You will need to show how your project will make a real difference to carers' health and wellbeing.

Eligibility

Key requirements:

  • Must focus on improving health of unpaid carers
Who is this for?

This grant is for organisations working to improve the health and wellbeing of unpaid carers. You should apply if you support people who care for family members or friends without payment. The funding covers the whole UK.

Funder track record
Recent awards dataOpen to first-time applicants

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.

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This funder has made 47,703 awards with a typical award of £18,689. Would you qualify?

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Full details from National Lottery Community Fund

This funding is for projects that will improve the health of unpaid carers.

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Last updated: 18 August 2026