The Rise Programme is a new fund from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust designed to help small and medium armed forces charities become stronger, more resilient and better prepared for the future.
They want to give charities time and support to step back and take stock to improve how you work. This could include reviewing governance, planning for the future, measuring impact, improving finances, or working more closely with other armed forces charities.
Rise is a pilot programme for charities supporting members of the armed forces community in need of special consideration — people and families who have given the most through service. The programme aims to help charities build strong foundations so you can support your beneficiaries better in the long term.
They are keen to hear from charities providing complex or specialist support, even if they support a small number of people.
You can apply for up to £30,000 for a project lasting 6 to 12 months. In some cases, charities working closely with others can apply for an enhanced grant of up to £20,000.
The Rise programme is now accepting applications. The deadline to apply is midday on Wednesday 18 Feb with decisions expected by the end of March.
Full details are available on their Rise programme page.