The Men’s Health Community Fund is a partnership between the Department of Health and Social Care, Movember, and People’s Health Trust, and offers £6.3 million in grants to voluntary and community voluntary sector organisations (VCSEs) in England to support men and boys aged 16 and over to improve their physical and mental health.
The fund supports delivery of the Men’s Health Strategy for England by investing in preventative, community-led approaches that improve health and wellbeing and build understanding of what works to engage men.
It is designed for VCSEs in England that are already doing meaningful work with men and who want to strengthen, develop and share learning about what makes that work effective.
The fund is now open for applications and closes at 5:00pm on 15 July. To apply, please visit the government grants webpage.
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has launched the Common Ground Award (CGA) — a new funding opportunity for voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations that bring people together from different backgrounds.
The Common Ground Award supports organisations that are helping to build stronger, more connected communities through shared spaces and activities. Funding can be used for the construction or renovation of facilities, or to purchase essential equipment that enables community engagement and service delivery.
Key details
Total funding available: Up to £1.7 million (2025/26)
Grant size: Up to £10,000 per successful applicant
Eligible applicants: VCSE organisations based and operating in England with charitable, benevolent, or philanthropic purposes
Application window: Opens 14 October and closes 21 November 2025
Funding awarded: January 2026
Spending deadline: 31 March 2026
Aims of the Common Ground Award
The programme seeks to:
Identify and reward good practice in building bridging social capital
Invest in physical spaces and equipment that support inclusive community activity
Foster a community of practice, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing between the VCSE sector and government
Eligible expenditure
Capital grants can fund:
New builds, refurbishments, or expansions of facilities that help connect communities
Essential equipment such as laptops, furniture, or other items necessary for running inclusive activities
