Organisations invited to apply for Chelmsford Health Inequalities Grant

Applications are open for a new grant scheme supporting projects tackling the causes of health inequalities between communities in Chelmsford. 

Chelmsford City Council is offering £75,000 in funding to support local organisations that help people and communities to improve their health. Applications for the Health Inequalities Grant are open until Monday 9 December. 

Health inequalities are preventable discrepancies in the health of different community groups, such as variance in life expectancy or the onset of preventable diseases. These differences are influenced by factors like social deprivation, access to services, employment, education, behaviour, and social support.

Who can apply 

The Health Inequalities Grant aims to improve access to health-promoting resources, services, and environments for communities in Chelmsford. The scheme is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.  

This targeted funding will focus on strengthening and expanding existing projects, prioritising those that address the needs of people most affected by health inequalities. 

Organisations can apply if their projects address at least one of the following priority areas: 

• healthy weight 
• access to services (including transport) 
• community and community cohesion 
• enhancing the quality of life for people living with long-term conditions 
• mental health and wellbeing 
• fuel poverty 
• employability (including personal development, digital skills, and life skills)

To apply, organisations must serve communities within Chelmsford district and be one of the following: 

• a private organisation such as a limited company, LLP or partnership 
• a voluntary and community organisation 
• a registered charity 
• a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee 
• a community interest company (CIC) 
• a school 
• a statutory body (including NHS Integrated Care Systems, local authorities, town, parish, or community council) 
• a community benefit society 
• a co-operative society that is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority and has a not-for-profit 'asset lock' clause in its society rules 
• a consortium of organisations led by an eligible organisation (partnership agreement required) 
• a sports club/group and physical activity providers 
• voluntary organisation 
• registered charity 

Grants ranging from £2,500 to £15,000 are available, and the funding must be spent within this financial year. 

How to apply 

To apply, please complete the online application form available on the Chelmsford Health Inequalities Grant page of Chelmsford City Council’s website. You will also find more eligibility information, downloadable funding guidelines, and a detailed FAQ document to help with your application. 

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the Public Health team at publichealth@chelmsford.gov.uk.