Grief touches every community, but it’s often the grassroots projects run by passionate changemakers that offer meaningful care, education and support. That’s why MuchLoved Charitable Trust offers grants to small organisations or initiatives to help with vital running costs, to pilot new ideas, or to expand the reach or capacity of a service to better serve the community.
Catherine Betley, Head of Charity at MuchLoved, said: “We have had a wonderful response since launching the grants scheme, and we are delighted to be able to support some truly inspirational organisations.”
These are just some of the organisations that have MuchLoved is proud to support:
Living On is a children’s bereavement charity based in Orpington, Kent, supporting children, young people and their families following the death of someone they love. Each year, they work with around 200 individuals, providing support tailored to each child’s needs. Services include one-to-one sessions, creative therapeutic groups, family drop-ins and partnership work with local schools.
Mosaic is a Dorset-based charity supporting bereaved children and young people following the death of someone special in their lives. Working collaboratively with families, schools and other agencies, Mosaic creates a clear pathway of support before, during and after bereavement, helping children and young people process grief, feel understood and build resilience.
Creating Conversations is dedicated to transforming how we talk about death, dying and grief in communities. Through the grant, four Grief Awareness Talks will be delivered across Waltham Forest, creating safe and welcoming spaces. These sessions help reduce isolation, build understanding around grief and equip people with the confidence and tools to talk about what matters most.
The Compassionate Friends is a national charity supporting bereaved parents after the death of a child, of any age and from any cause. Run by bereaved parents, the charity offers a helpline available 365 days a year, local and online support groups, one-to-one support, retreats and bereavement publications. MuchLoved is sponsoring the printing of a series of bereavement information leaflets for families.
The Never Alone Project is a bereavement charity based in Northamptonshire dedicated to supporting children, young people, families and communities as they navigate grief. By creating safe, compassionate spaces and connecting people with others facing similar experiences, The Never Alone Project helps reduce isolation and ensures that no one has to face grief alone.
The JBCS offers confidential counselling to individuals, couples, children and families in the Jewish community who are experiencing loss. Its work supports people at different stages of grief. MuchLoved’s grant will enable JBCS to extend access to counselling for people who would otherwise be unable to afford it, ensuring that support is available when it is most needed.
About MuchLoved grants and how to apply
The grants scheme reflects MuchLoved’s purpose of helping bereaved people. Organisations can arrange an informal discussion about their project with Catherine Betley, or request an application form by emailing support@muchloved.com. More information can also be found on our website.
