Grants to assist people in Somerset affected by domestic abuse

Summary:
  • The maximum amount you can apply for is £10,000.   
  • We will give priority to applications from organisations or projects which will assist people living in Taunton Deane and then to applications from other districts in Somerset.  Applications from outside Somerset can be considered.

What sort of projects will be awarded grants?

We will favour proposals which will have the biggest impact with the relatively small amounts of money available.  Suggestions for the types of projects or items which might be awarded grant funding include the following:

  • Setting up and running a support group e.g. room hire, the services of a facilitator, child care costs to enable women to attend the group;
  • Running a course – e.g. pattern changing: funding the cost of room hire and the cost of a course-provider;
  • Specialist materials and resources – e.g. Women’s Aid resources for work with children and young people;
  • Training costs - The cost of sending a member of staff on an accredited training course so they can support people who have experienced or been exposed to domestic abuse;
  • Schools work – working with young people and teachers to provide support; or
  • A confidence-building trip or outing for young people or for parents and children.

how do I apply for a taunton women's aid grant?

Our application process is simple. Download the application form below.

please note:

We cannot fund:
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×     Individuals or organisations applying on behalf of individuals (except for training courses)
×     Work outside the UK
×     Work that has already taken place
×     Equipment or materials which have already been purchased

Terms and conditions:

By making an application you agree to the following:

  • Carrying out the work as described in your application;
  • Updating Taunton Women’s Aid at the end of the grant period or as requested;
  • To receive communications predominantly by email – but we may need to contact you by telephone;
  • Payments of grants being made by BACS to a bank account with more than one signatory;
  • Returning any unspent grant in the event you are not able to complete your project for any reason;
  • Spending the grant only for the purposes outlined in your application –unless a variation of your application is approved by the trustees of Taunton Women’s Aid;
  • Completing a monitoring and evaluation form by the end of the grant period.

Contact us

For more information, email [email protected]