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The 23 Foundation seeks to provide the youth of Merseyside with the means to make a difference in society by giving them an outlet through sport and education. It aims to fund projects that tackle the cause of youth disadvantage and provide information, education, and skills to empower young people to go on to further education or employment. The fund will also support projects that improve children and young people’s health. Additionally, the fund will support groups that are directly working to support people who are experiencing homelessness and facing real poverty.
How much is available
The maximum grant available is £2500.
Who can apply
Voluntary or community groups with a governing document, constitution, or set of rules in the group’s name.
Which areas are covered
Merseyside with priority given to Sefton. For this round, they also encourage applications from groups supporting disadvantaged young people in Norris Green, Fazakerley, and Walton.
Examples of the sorts of projects that may be funded
- Equipment for youth club
- Coaching sessions
- Sports equipment
- Training for young people
- Skills development
- Mentoring projects
- Sports activities
- Foodbanks
- Support for rough sleepers
- Projects aimed at helping the homeless to make a better life for themselves.
To learn more and to apply, please click here.
Deadline: Monday 12 December 2022 | The fund may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.
Jamie Carragher, Liverpool FC’s number 23 set up the 23 Foundation with the Community Foundation for Merseyside at the beginning of 2009 with the proceeds from his charitable Testimonial match and matched funds secured from the Government.
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