Question 1

Do I have to live in Lincolnshire to benefit from a grant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you must be a resident of North East Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire or Lincolnshire to benefit from a grant.

Question 2

Do I need to be an existing service user of Care Plus Group?

Accepted Answer

No, applications are open to all residents of Lincolnshire, even if you have had no previous dealings with Care Plus Group.

Question 3

I need some specialist equipment, can I apply for a grant as an individual?"

Accepted Answer

If your health or wellbeing would benefit from a piece of equipment not currently provided by the NHS or other funding, you can apply for a grant to supply this equipment.

Question 4

What are the minimum and maximum amounts I can apply for?

Accepted Answer

There are no minimum or maximum amounts that you can apply for but, as a small charity, we have limited funds available which is something the Trustees have to take into account when making decisions about applications.

Question 5

I have part funding already, can I apply for a grant for the remainder?"

Accepted Answer

You can apply for funding for part of the cost of an item. You are also able to use funding as match funding for other funding sources.

Question 6

Can a group apply or it is just for individuals?

Accepted Answer

Grants are available for community groups and individuals.

Question 7

Does the group need to already exist?

Accepted Answer

No, if you need funding for equipment or training to set up a group you can apply for a grant.

Question 8

Can I apply for funding for the running of a community group?

Accepted Answer

Grants are for one-off purchases of equipment or training and are not applicable for the ongoing costs of running a community group.

Question 9

What type of community group is eligible?

Accepted Answer

The group must be based in Lincolnshire and be of benefit to the health and wellbeing of community members.

Question 10

How do I apply?

Accepted Answer

Apply online by accessing our application form, available on the website here: https://www.cpgcharitabletrust.org/who-we-support

Question 11

How long does the application process take?

Accepted Answer

This will depend on when the Charitable Trust Board is due to meet, but you will be informed of the timescales when we send you acknowledgement that we have received your application. 
To avoid unnecessary delays in processing your application, please provide as much detail as possible on the application form, including a break-down of costs if appropriate.

Question 12

How is the money paid?

Accepted Answer

If successful, the Charitable Trust prefers to make payment direct to the supplier or to the recipient by bank transfer, following which receipts must be provided. Cash payments will not be made.

Question 13

Will the Trust buy the equipment on my behalf?

Accepted Answer

The Charitable Trust prefers to make payment direct to the supplier therefore we would request that invoices are addressed to the Care Plus Group Charitable Trust who will make payments on your behalf.

Question 14

Will I need to supply proof of purchase?

Accepted Answer

If you are purchasing equipment or services with the grant you will be required to provide a copy of receipt or proof of purchase to us.

Question 15

Can I set up my own online giving page?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can set up your own online giving page through 'GoFundMe' or 'Facebook' and nominate Care Plus Group Charitable Trust as your chosen charity.

Question 16

How can I donate?

Accepted Answer

Donations can be made to use directly online via PayPal here 
 
Donations can be sent to us by cheque made payable to Care Plus Group Charitable Trust and sent to Care Plus Group Charitable Trust, Westgate Park, Charlton Street, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire DN31 1SQ.

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