Start for Life Community Outreach Programme

We are inviting applications from not-for-profit organisations that can provide families in Hackney information about Start for Life, increase registrations for digital and in person services, and focus on overcoming any stigma associated with accessing Start for Life services.

Start for Life services are run by Hackney Children and Family Hubs, part of Hackney Council. Hackney Children and Family Hubs aim to provide a ‘one-stop shop’ of family support services with a comprehensive offer for parents/carers with children aged two years and under, to support them in their transition to new parenthood.

£30,000 is available for three grants (£10,000 per organisation), each working with a different community. Through this programme, we are aiming to reach the following communities/community of identity:

  • Charedi.
  • Turkish, Kurdish, Cypriot.
  • African and/or Caribbean heritage.

Please read this guidance and eligibility criteria carefully before you begin your application.

For full details and eligibility criteria, please download the programme guidance. 

A plain text version of the application form that is compatible with screen readers is available on request.

Applications must be received by 11am, 5 November 2024. (This is extended from 24 October, which was the deadline originally published.)

 

Support with your application

We will be holding “how to apply” workshops. These workshops offer you the chance to hear a bit more about the funding as well as how to complete the application form.

To book a place, please use the links below:

In addition, one to one support is available via the Hackney CVS Organisational Development team to help you with your application. 

You can contact them to discuss your project idea and how to start your application or if you have a draft application they can provide feedback. 

Book a one to one appointment.

If you have any questions about this funding round, please contact Sarah on info@hackneygiving.org.uk