Josh’s Fund - the7stars foundation

Grants for charities working to address key societal issues affecting young people, aged 18 years old and under, aligned to one of our annual focus areas.

Funding is intended to support both direct solutions and approaches that address the wider societal challenges linked to each focus area. Your application may focus on either aspect or incorporate both.

Who should apply?

Applicants must be from registered UK charities
Applicants must have a turnover of under £1.5m
Impact must be delivered within Norwich
Grants are offered to support delivery of arts or sports programmes for young people aged under 18
Applicants can reapply once three years have passed since receiving a grant
Grants are available up to £5,000 for each award
Grants are offered on a one-off basis

Grant-Giving Pillars and Focus Areas

ABUSE

Services for survivors of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse inc. online
Early intervention and safeguarding initiatives
Therapeutic and trauma-informed care
Advocacy and support for young victims

ADDICTION

Support for young people affected by their own or family members’ substance misuse and other addictions
Prevention and education programmes targeting substance abuse
Access to counselling, rehabilitation, and recovery services for young people
Peer support networks and mentoring for affected youth

CHILD CARERS

Respite and wellbeing services for young carers
Practical and emotional support
Educational provision to ensure young carers are not left behind
Programmes to reduce isolation and improve mental health
Skill-building and future planning support

HOMELESSNESS

Practical support for daily stability
Support for young people in emergency and temporary accommodation and children’s homes run by local authorities
Assistance for displaced children (e.g. refugees)
Crisis fund support to provide immediate and direct assistance for young people in emergency and temporary accommodation

Please note: Applicants must not have more than 30% unrestricted reserves (in comparison to income).

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Grants are available up to £5,000 for each award.

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