The Awards Fund for 2025/6

There are three types of award we are offering with the funds allocated for 2025/6.


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The Elders Beacon Award
Ongoing monthly support, ideal for sustaining impactful projects with financial security

One £12,000 award (£1,000 per month for 12 months)

Supporting a strong, well-established project that is already making a significant impact but needs financial help to expand

Two £6,000-per-year awards (£500 per month for 12 months)

Providing consistent backing to smaller but promising initiatives


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The Elders Launch Grant
One-time project launch grants for new initiatives, to encourage those elders with a great idea that needs a push to get started

Three £6,000 one-off awards (paid over three months)

Helping to launch ambitious new projects with a significant cash injection


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The Elders Support Grant
Small impact grants for micro initiatives or equipment needs, spreading our support across multiple projects to allow more elders to benefit

Eight £1,000 one-time grants

Supporting small but meaningful projects, for example, buying equipment, hosting workshops or classes, launching community events, and so on

“The funds provided by The Serlin Foundation have been instrumental in empowering us to expand our reach and impact within our community.”

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