Funding available to support Yorkshire Coast children's mental health
The Sirius Minerals Foundation is making a share of £440,000 available for organisations to apply for
Funding is being made available for organisations or projects in the Borough of Scarborough which support children's mental health.
It is after a recent survey by charity Mind revealed that one in six children and young people in the UK experienced mental health distress for the first time during the Covid-19 pandemic.
In response, the Sirius Minerals Foundation has launched a £440,000 fund to provide long term support for children and young people with emotional health and wellbeing needs.
The Foundation is funded by mining company Anglo American, the owners of Woodsmith Mine being built near Whitby with product processing on Teesside. They say they are aiming to help children and young people develop the tools they need to improve their ability to cope with all they have faced and with ongoing challenges.
Sirius Minerals Foundation Chief Executive Leah Swain said:
“We understand that the pandemic has had a devastating impact on many children and young people’s mental health and emotional well-being, due to the unprecedented levels of trauma and uncertainty they have faced over the last 18 months.
“As a result, many are struggling and lack the support they deserve to move forward positively with their lives. The trustees of the Sirius Minerals Foundation are absolutely committed to supporting the young people in our area and we hope this funding will make a real difference to those who need it.”
This grant round will close at 12pm on Monday January 24th, 2022. For more information on how to apply visit their website here.
If you are unsure if your idea for a grant meets the criteria, you can get in touch to discuss your application before you apply by calling Leah Swain on 07724 832982 or emailing grants@siriusmineralsfoundation.co.uk