We are pleased to announce the availability of the Capturing Lived Experience Grants, funded by the Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales, through the Wrexham Poverty Action Collaboration (WPAC). This collaboration includes TCC (Trefnu Cymunedol Cymru/Together Creating Communities), Citizens Advice Wrexham, and Wrexham Foodbank as a steering group, along with fourteen (and counting!) local groups and organisations from Wrexham. Our aim is to influence local decision-makers to develop a comprehensive Tackling Poverty Strategy for Wrexham, which will also include the creation of an active portfolio for financial justice and crisis support.
Our goal is to place the lived experiences of those affected by poverty at the heart of a Tackling Poverty Strategy and the Public Services Board’s Wellbeing Plan. We are looking to partner with 12 voluntary and community sector groups to explore and share these lived experiences.
Grant Details:
- Funding Amount: Up to £2,500
- Purpose: To organise activities or events that capture the views and lived experiences of people affected by poverty and the cost of living.
- Eligible Expenses: Staff time, participant incentives, venue hire, food, interpreters, and other project-related costs.
Support Provided:
- Dedicated Support: One day of support from a WPAC team member to help capture lived experiences.
- Information Resources: Assistance in providing relevant information about poverty and the cost of living.
- Report Writing: Support in documenting your work in a report to be shared with participants, the public, and decision-makers.
Expectations from Grant Recipients:
- Collaboration: Work closely with our team and participate in “What is Power” training sessions.
- Activity Design and Delivery: Implement activities to capture the views of at least 12 individuals, focusing on marginalised communities.
- Project Completion: Complete all activities by November 10th 2025.
- Submission of Findings: Submit your findings by November 28th 2025.
Application Process:
- Grant Scheme Opens: July 7th 2025
- Application Deadline: August 7th 2025 5pm
- Outcome Notification: August 17th 2025
We encourage you to apply and contribute to this important initiative. If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, please do not hesitate to contact us.
You can apply by clicking the image above, here, or via the links below which include the application guidance.
