Deadline: 21-Sep-22
The Clarion Futures is seeking applications for its Digital Grant Programme to support Clarion residents of all ages to get and stay online and to use the internet as an everyday tool, safely and confidently.
Priorities
- Make the most of existing provision in an area, add value, i.e. by reaching new participants, those that may be missing out/are unaware of how the internet can assist them.
- Address a gap in provision, i.e. where there is no existing support in a specific area.
- Make the best use of other services, partnerships or networks and understands the Clarion Futures Digital offer and how these resources can be deployed to enhance the project.
- Demonstrate awareness of the changes in the operating environment. i.e. COVID-19 pandemic.
Focus Areas
- Supporting residents to discover the full scope of how the internet can assist them in their everyday lives, and to provide them with the skills and confidence to do so
- Supporting residents to access the digital resources that meet their individual needs and circumstances
- Building digital skills and confidence for all
- Encouraging residents to use the internet with confidence so they are safe, and avoid risky and/or illegal behaviour
Funding Information
Grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 are available to organisations seeking to deliver innovative, well designed projects that support Clarion residents and the wider community to address digital exclusion.
Eligible Projects
They are looking to fund projects and activities that reach:
- Residents who have never used the internet before
- Residents who may have previously used some online facilities but who may not be aware of the full potential to use the internet in their everyday lives
- Residents with limited digital skills
- Residents who do not have access to appropriate digital resources
- Residents of all ages
Eligibility Criteria
- Not-for-profit organisations including constituted community groups, registered charities, companies limited by guarantee, social enterprises or Community Interest Companies (CICs) are eligible to apply to the Clarion Futures Digital Grants Programme.
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Organisations must meet the following criteria:
- Delivering a project primarily aimed at supporting Clarion residents
- Have at least three (3) unrelated management committee members
- Have a governing document
- Have an organisational bank account in the name of the constituted group with at least two (2) unrelated signatories
- Have a record of income and expenditure or set of accounts
- Have a safeguarding policy if working with young people under the age of 18, or vulnerable adults
- Have the relevant insurance in place, including public liability where required, before delivering activities
- Have an online safety policy in place covering participants, tutors/trainers and volunteers
- Funding is aimed at projects which are actively seeking to support residents of Clarion housing and they expect to see delivery in and around Clarion neighbourhoods. Projects can support a range of beneficiaries including both Clarion residents and members of the wider community.
For more information, visit Clarion Futures.
For more information, visit https://clarionfutures.flexigrant.com/default.aspx
