Environmental charity Hubbub and Virgin Media O2 https://www.o2.co.uk/android-tablets have launched a £400,000 fund to make tablets and free data available to community organisations working with temporary accommodation services across the UK. Through the Tech Lending Community Fund, grants of between £50,000 and £120,000 are available to help organisations such as local authorities, charities and social enterprises establish or further develop Tech Lending Hubs, where refurbished tablets will be loaned to residents in temporary accommodation so they can connect with loved ones, access healthcare, complete training or job applications and take part in virtual interviews. These groups might include centres for refugees, housing for those at risk of homelessness or women’s refuges. The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the 1st March 2022. Giving a Second Life to Tablets while Increasing Digital Inclusion. (UK)
The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust are accepting applications both in response to the current pandemic but also for projects looking to deliver longer terms results. Applications can be submitted at any time as the Trustees review applications for funding requests up to £50,000 on a monthly basis. However, if you wish to apply for funding of more than £50,000 then your application will be considered at the next bi-annual meeting of Trustees which usually take place around March and September. For more information or to apply, please visit the charity website.


