Duchy Health Charity

26/05/2026

10/03/2026

Temporary pause on grant giving - March 2026

Following careful consideration, our Board of Trustees has taken the strategic decision to temporarily pause our grant giving programme until later this year.

During this period, the Board will undertake a review of the effectiveness of our grant-making to ensure that the funding we award delivers the greatest possible impact for the people of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

As a responsible charity, it is important that we periodically reflect on our approach to ensure our resources are used in the most effective and equitable way.

While this review is underway, we will not be accepting any new grant applications or awarding new grants. We understand this may be disappointing and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Organisations seeking funding in the meantime may wish to explore alternative sources, including:

• Cornwall Community Foundation
• Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum

We will provide further updates once our review has concluded and look forward to sharing more information about the future direction of our grant-making later this year.

25/02/2026

The Ending Homelessness in Communities Fund provides grants of £50,000 to £200,000 of revenue or capital funding to local VCFS organisations in England and their delivery partners to test and scale evidence‑based, place‑based approaches that prevent homelessness, reduce rough sleeping and improve long‑term housing outcomes.. The programme opens on 23 Feb and closes at 12:00 (midday) on 31 Mar, with full eligibility, assessment criteria and submission requirements set out in the official prospectus. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ending-homelessness-in-communities-fund-prospectus

23/02/2026

The 'easyfundraising Impact Fund' is offering 20 unrestricted grants of £500 to UK not-for-profit organisations.

The grant is unrestricted, so it can be used wherever the money is needed most to support your work.

Who can apply:

The fund is open to UK based:
• Registered charities
• Not-for-profit organisations
• Sports clubs and teams
• Schools and education settings
• Social enterprises and CICs
• After-school and youth groups
• Churches and religious organisations

How it’s awarded:

The application form is straightforward. Grants will be awarded to organisations that best explain how they would use the £500. The grants will be awarded across a mix of categories and locations, and the fund is open to organisations of all sizes and structures.

When to apply: 23 February – 5 April

Our Impact Fund offers 20 grants of £500 to UK not-for-profit organisations. Applications are open until 5th April. Find out more.

16/02/2026

Such a pleasure to have worked with Anna Public Leaders Appointments.

Complete professionalism and fully personalised support all the way through the process of appointing a new Chair.

We can highly recommend Anna for all your recruitment needs.

Huge congratulations to Professor Emma Bland on her appointment as Chair of Duchy Health Charity, succeeding Dr Barbara Vann.

Emma brings deep experience in health, wellbeing and research, having been a founding member of the European Centre for Environment and Human Health and served as Associate Professor of Environment, Health and Wellbeing at the University of Exeter Medical School. Over 20+ years she has worked collaboratively across voluntary and community sectors in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, shaping how research informs practice locally and regionally.

Barbara served as Chair for over 10 years and made a phenomenal commitment and to the Charity’s mission. Her passion for inter-professional collaboration, her leadership in establishing school-based Integrated Health and Wellbeing Centres across Cornwall, and her unwavering advocacy for children’s and community wellbeing have made a lasting impact.

It was a real honour to be invited to work with the charity to lead the search and appointment, and I’m excited to see how the Charity continues to grow and thrive under Emma’s leadership.

Here’s to the next chapter of purpose-driven impact in health and wellbeing! 💙

16/02/2026

Keep your team (and your business) moving! 🦴💪

Running a small business in Cornwall is hard enough without the impact of back pain or MSK issues causing staff absences.

We know that micro-businesses face different challenges than big companies. That’s why MSKAware is hosting workshops across the county to help you create a workplace that promotes physical health and supports early intervention.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll walk away understanding the specific risks in your organisation and how to proactively support your staff so they can stay in work and stay healthy.

Choose your nearest session (14:00 - 17:00):

🗓️ March 17 - Liskeard (Liskerrett Community Centre)
🗓️ March 18 - Summercourt (Venton Conference Centre)
🗓️ March 31 - Penzance (Pulse, Heamoor)
🗓️ April 1 - Wadebridge (St Minver Community Hub)

Special thanks to the Cornwall Arthritis Trust for making these workshops possible!

Book your free spot now: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/improving-musculoskeletal-health-in-the-workplace-4814462

Questions? Just mail [email protected]

07/01/2026

📢 Funding Opportunity for Holiday Clubs in Cornwall!

Feeding Britain is offering funding to holiday clubs that want to add extra places for children living in poverty who aren’t eligible for statutory support (such as HAF or Free School Meals).

✅ Clubs must provide enriching activities and a nutritious meal meeting School Food Standards.

✅ All places must be free of charge for children and families.

✅ Funding available: up to £15 per child per day for either or both holiday periods.

Who should apply?

VCSE organisations already running holiday food programmes (e.g., Cornwall Time2Move / HAF) or those offering food and activities for children, young people, and families.

How to apply:

👉 All applications must be made through this form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdTtAeGf4oTLMKu8UbzG3KxGiHbu-333v1fg4PU7Nk9kObNA/viewform?usp=publish-editor.

Complete the application form here 👉 Apply Now

🕒 Deadline: Friday 23 January, 11:59pm

Applications include a safeguarding policy and procedures check.

Want to know more? Join the following Open Funder sessions on Zoom:

📅 Wednesday 7th January 12-1pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89083979405?pwd=fbR4s0BUxjP4fM0VssDyFtuN5zxpEU.1
Meeting ID: 890 8397 9405
Passcode: 748912

📅 Tuesday 13th January 4-5pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87294662069?pwd=mabHPUctJqQkqvmKVvOU7aPSVSeYMR.1
Meeting ID: 872 9466 2069
Passcode: 481987

Let’s work together to make sure no child misses out in the school holidays! 🌟

20/11/2025

🎉 Celebrating Excellence at the Working Well Conference & Awards event! 🎉

It may have been a little while ago now, but we’re still buzzing from the incredible energy at our recent , where we came together to champion health and wellbeing in the workplace.

A huge round of applause has to go to all our award winners—your dedication, innovation, and compassion are shaping healthier, happier workplaces and communities. 🌟 Whether you’re leading mental health initiatives, fostering inclusive environments, or inspiring others through your resilience, your impact is profound and far-reaching.

👏 Thank you for showing us what it truly means to work well—and live well.

Let’s keep the momentum going. Share your stories, tag your teams, and celebrate the changemakers among us! 💬💚

Visit our website for the list of award winners and more information about the event - https://duchyhealthcharity.org/health-and-wellbeing-conference/

23/10/2025