These grants aim to build self-esteem and confidence, with a view to promoting positive relationships, sexual and reproductive health. They focus on young people, those experiencing homelessness, or vulnerable groups where sexual health is at risk. Funding for this grants round has been made available from Oxfordshire County Council.
These grants aim to provide Oxfordshire residents local opportunities to engage in activities or receive support that will promote positive relationships and maintain their sexual and reproductive health. They also aim to raise awareness of these health needs in the community.
The preferred outcome for this grants round is the overall improved sexual and reproductive health of Oxfordshire residents. This will be achieved through:
Preferred beneficiaries include:
The beneficiaries must be people (not an individual).
We will fund ongoing running costs. We will fund one-off events or a programme of events.
The number of people participating will be considered and proportional funding assigned as appropriate.
Project budget: itemised, well costed project budget indicating where other funds have been secured where appropriate must be provided. The project MUST be completed by 4th June 2021. Funds cannot be awarded to cover costs already paid for.
Please read the general eligibility criteria at the bottom of this page, which give an overview of the criteria for all our grants programmes. The online application form will require you to supply specified documentation showing evidence of good governance, as well as an appropriate referee. Your organisation needs to have minimum one year of operation: if constituted for less than one year but have been active for longer please demonstrate activity.
Your application will be assessed by the OCF grants panel and a representative from Oxfordshire County Council, Public Health. Successful grants will be paid by 31st January 2021. Your project must be completed by 4th June 2021.
We recommend you read the Sexual Health Needs Assessment for Oxfordshire and the Oxfordshire Teenage Pregnancy Action Plan.
Early applications are appreciated, as the OCF office is closed throughout the holidays.
| Opening date | Closing date (midday) |
| Tuesday 1st December 2020 | Friday 8th January 2021 |
Please note that before you start your application, you MUST download and read the full eligibility criteria from the bottom of this page.
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