Inspiring Opportunities Fund

The Inspiring Opportunities Fund was established to offer children in care and care leavers aged 8-25 grants of up to £300 to develop new skills and hobbies, gain new and positive experiences, unlock potential for future education, training and employment, and spark enthusiasm in initiatives that help them socialise with other children and young people outside of school. The Fund was established thanks to the generous support of the Paul Bassham Charitable Trust. Applications are made on behalf of the child or young person by social workers, personal advisors, or VCSE providers involved in their care. The Fund can support children in care and care leavers in Norfolk or those under the responsibility of Norfolk County Council placed outside the county (up to age 18). Grants typically cover up to 6 months of activity costs for memberships, lessons or classes, and should start to be used within 4 months of being awarded. The Fund operates through four fixed funding rounds per year with decision-making meetings that involve care-experienced young people.