Leeds Community Foundation, in partnership with Leeds City Council, are pleased to be offering grants to support the vital work of lunch clubs, food provision and ongoing support for older people in Leeds. Funding is awarded as a contribution towards running costs. This can include rent, training, meal and food costs, volunteer expenses and transport costs. Â
We encourage face to face delivery of lunch clubs with appropriate safety measures, and can also support remote delivery to lunch club members where required.
Key informationÂ
Funding can support Lunch Clubs that serve/deliver a minimum of 10 meals per week
Clubs should operate at least 40 weeks per year
Clubs should have adequate insurance
Clubs should have an up-to-date Safeguarding Policy for Adults
Staff/volunteers must have up to date Food Hygiene Training and have a written food safety management system
Clubs must be registered as a Food Business at least 28 days before the club starts. Please also read the Food Safety Requirements before making your application.