Mansfield and Ashfield communities could get up to £3,000 in funding as popular grants programme returns for summer
Parkinson’s UK has reopened its popular physical activity grants programme for the sixth successive year.
The grants programme has been supporting local groups, activity providers, sports clubs and many more to deliver more physical activity programmes for people living with Parkinson’s throughout the UK since 2021.
The programme runs until the end of the year, with any groups or providers with a connection to Parkinson’s being eligible to apply for funding from £500 up to £3,000.
Since its launch in 2021, the programme has gone on to deliver £936,000 in funding for 392 new exercise projects across the UK, ranging in everything from walking football and table tennis to Zumba and assisted rowing, among many others.
It is hoped that even more innovative physical activity projects will be delivered this year to help more people living with Parkinson’s to improve their mobility and wellbeing.
Potential applicants looking for advice or support about the application process can also join the free Meet the Funder webinars from the charity which will be held throughout the year.
Being active can have many physical, mental and social benefits for someone living with Parkinson’s, including:
- Better strength, balance and coordination
- Improved mindfulness and wellbeing
- Reduced risk of falls
- More social interactions
- Improved energy levels
- Better sleep patterns
- Improved cardiovascular health
- Supporting other health conditions
Roma Hashim, physical activity grants manager at Parkinson's UK, said: “We’re incredibly excited to launch this year’s programme.
"After seeing the real difference our previous programmes have made in helping people with Parkinson’s to become and stay active, we can’t wait to support even more innovative, community‑led projects.
“Every year we’re inspired by the creativity, commitment and compassion shown by applicants, and we’re looking forward to funding new opportunities that will help people build confidence, move more, and feel connected."
Someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s in the UK every 20 minutes and by 2050, the number of people living with the condition worldwide will double to 25m.
For information and support, visit parkinsons.org.uk or call the charity’s free, confidential helpline on 0808 8000303.
For more information about the physical activity grants programme,email [email protected] or visit parkinsons.org.uk/information/treatments/physical-activity-and-exercise/grants-for-providers.
To register for a ‘meet the funder’ webinar, complete the registration form and select your preferred at https://bit.ly/MeettheFunders