• The promotion of interaction between older people and other sections of the community

• Activities to address shared concerns amongst groups of older people

• Activities that focus on the positive contribution of older people within the community

• Projects that enhance the active participation of older people in decision-making and policy influence

• Encouragement of older people to engage with a range of social, educational, health and cultural activities

As these are guidelines only, please contact the Community Foundation for Northern Ireland if you wish to discuss any idea in more detail.

Who can Apply?

Priority will be given to those applications that show a clear involvement of older people in the design and delivery of a project. The project does not need to be new or particularly innovative in nature, but its programme must be realistic and clearly thought through. An emphasis will be placed on locally-based self-help groups that are working in disadvantaged areas.

What the Fund cannot support

The Turkington Fund will not normally fund the following: salaried posts; trips abroad; individuals; vehicles; major capital building programmes; running costs of large organisations; holiday schemes; or promotion of religion. In addition the funding will not support applications from statutory organisations.

How to Apply

Please plan your project and then complete the application form (download using the links below) and return it to the Community Foundation for Northern Ireland.