Dementia Grants Programme 2026
Administered by Dementia Grants Programme
About this grant
The Dementia Grants Programme is offering grants of up to £7.5K to support dementia clubs and memory cafés that assist people living with dementia, their carers, and their wider communities in England, Scotland, and Wales.
Key facts
Eligibility requirements
All of the following criteria must be met:
- Dementia clubs and memory cafés
- Supporting people living with dementia
- Supporting carers and wider communities
- Located in England, Scotland, or Wales
What the funding covers
- Up to £7.5K per project
- Dementia club activities
- Memory café support
- Carer assistance programmes
How to apply
- 1Check eligibility ensuring organisation is a registered charity community group or Community Interest Company
- 2Ensure annual turnover is under £250,000
- 3Prepare project proposal showing support for adults aged 65 and over
- 4Highlight support for people with dementia and their carers
- 5Explain local need
- 6Show how services address those needs
- 7Submit most recent annual report or alternative financial documentation
- 8Provide documentation to prove eligibility
- 9Complete the application form
- 10Use the streamlined application process designed to reduce paperwork
- 11Submit application
- 12Contact the programme for clarification or guidance if needed
- 13Follow up as required during the process
Application tips
Grant details are sourced from official public databases and reviewed weekly. Eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and deadlines may change without notice. Always confirm details on the Dementia Grants Programme website before applying.
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