Powys Well Being Activity Grant

Powys Well Being Activity Grant 2012/13 The aim of the grant is to support the priority areas outlined within the Powys Public Health Strategic Framework and be core to the ‘Our Healthy Future’ priority areas for action which include; reducing smoking prevalence, increasing physical activity and healthy eating, reducing the harm associated with alcohol and substance misuse, reducing the number of teenage pregnancies, increase health in the workplace, Increase immunisation and vaccination rates, reducing accidents and injuries, increasing mental well-being and reducing inequities in health Granta aare avaialbel between £1,000 – £5,000. There are a number of restrictions on the funding…. The grant cannot be used for salary costs, training of statutory, public or private employees; however payment for training third sector employees and volunteers to deliver health improvement or protection work is permitted.Part- fund an activity or project that is already receiving funding from the Welsh Government. However it can be used to undertake work that is in addition to an existing commitment or to communicate an activity which is receiving funding from the Welsh Government.Commission a consultant to advise on a strategy, action plan, programme or project. Fund public sector policy development, conferences, workshops or meetings. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 7 September 2012. For application forms contact ma************@wa***.uk or Marie Grannell on 01874 712729.