Active Ageing Grants Now Available in Leeds
May 8, 2026Funding to Support Community Projects for Older People
Leeds has launched a new grant programme aimed at promoting healthy and active ageing within the city. The Active Ageing grant scheme is designed to support third-sector organisations in developing sustainable, community-based initiatives that encourage older adults to stay active.
Grant Details and Eligibility
The programme is funded by Leeds Public Health and Active Leeds and is led by the Leeds Older People’s Forum (LOPF). A total of £100,000 is available, divided into two separate grant pots of £50,000 each. Organisations can apply for funding ranging from £500 up to £20,000 and are eligible to apply for both grant pots.
- Application opening date: Friday, 8 May 2026
- Application closing date: 5 pm, Friday, 29 May 2026
- Grant duration: 12 months
- Funding must be spent by: 30 June 2027
- End-of-grant monitoring report deadline: On or before 31 July 2027
Application Process
Applications can be submitted online via the Leeds Older People’s Forum grant application form. Alternatively, applicants may download the form, complete it electronically or by hand, and email it to grants@opforum.org.uk. Paper application packs can also be requested by phone or email for those who require accessible formats such as large print.
Completed applications should be posted to:
Grants team
Suite E1 Joseph’s Well
Hanover Walk
Leeds LS3 1AB
Additional Information
The Active Ageing grant programme seeks to support projects that are locally led, flexible, and based on trusted relationships within communities. The aim is to create conditions that enable older people in Leeds to maintain an active lifestyle.
For further details and to access the application form, visit the Leeds Older People’s Forum website.
Source: Doing Good Leeds, Active Ageing Grants – Now open!
