Wellcome exists is a global charitable foundation, both politically and financially independent. It exists to improve health for everyone by helping great ideas to thrive.
They currently offer number of funding schemes and one of them is public engagement fund.
Public Engagement Fund is for anyone with a great idea for engaging the public in conversations about health-related science and research. It replaces the Society, People, Large Arts, Small Arts, Development, Co-production, Capital and International Engagement Awards. Read more here.
The fund is open to anyone, including those working in:
- the arts
- entertainment media
- museums and heritage
- leisure, sport and tourism
- education and informal learning
- the community, charity and public sectors.
Scheme at a glance
Proposal stage:
Research and development, Production and project delivery, Developing practice and building networks
Where your activity will take place:
UK, Republic of Ireland, Some low- and middle-income countries
Level of funding:
You can apply for anything from £5,000 up to £3 million
Duration of funding:
Up to 5 years
For more information click here.
Wellcome Public Engagement Fund – apply now!
Engagement Fellowships – Funding call
Public Engagement Fund from Wellcome – up to £250k
Deadline this Friday for Research Impact Fund & Public Engagement funding 2021/22










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