The Small Grants
Since the Small Grants scheme was launched in 2005 the Trust has given grants to individuals living with aphasia and groups in the UK.
- The purpose of our Small Grants is in line with the TTA’s priority, which is always to improve the quality of life for those living with aphasia.
- The aim of the Small Grants is to make fast decisions, at time when a small grant might be most needed, which is why we give these grants out monthly.
- Applications are invited from both people living with aphasia and from groups.
- We give up to £1,000 each month and we try to give as many grants as possible – no grant is considered too small.
- Each grant application must be supported by a professional, such as a Speech and Language Therapist.
Of the many things we fund, aphasia software therapy programmes and apps are often requested. Before applying please take a look at the Aphasia Software Finder website (ASF).
The ASF website provides useful information, on one website, about aphasia therapy computer programmes and apps that are designed to help improve communication for people with aphasia. We hope this website will help all concerned make informed choices. If you or a friend has aphasia, we strongly recommend that you seek advice from a speech and language therapist with regard to which piece of software or app is the best one for the person concerned.
What we do not fund:
- travel and transport
- loans
- debts
- ongoing speech and language therapy
and only under exceptional circumstances will we fund:
- computers, laptops, notebooks or tablets
- recreational and leisure events
How to apply
- You can apply online, or request an application form by letter, email or telephone.
- Applications can be for any amount, up to a maximum of £1,000.
- All applications must be accompanied by a supporting reference from a professional who is involved with either care for the person applying, or the group’s work.
- Applications are reviewed at the end of each month and you will be notified about the outcome of your application shortly thereafter.
- Please return your application form to the Tavistock Trust for Aphasia, see full contact details below -The Administrator, The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia
Bedford House, 15 George Street, Woburn, Bedfordshire, MK17 9PX Email: TTA@tavistocktrustaphasia.orgT: 01525 290 002
Contribution & Gift Aid
- We ask applicants to make a contribution towards their small grant if they possibly can, big or small.
- If your application is successful, please download the Gift Aid form and send it in with your contribution.
- If you Gift Aid your contribution it increases its value by 25p for every £1 donated.
- As a direct result of people’s generosity, we have been able to fund more small grants.
We wish to thank all who have contributed. Your contributions have made a significant difference and because of you, we have been able to help more people. Thank you
The image below shows the diversity of the grants. *Other: is deliberately ‘non’ specific to allow people to think creatively and to ask for the non-obvious. The key thing is that any grant application must have improving the quality of life for those with aphasia at its heart.
