Caremark launches £9,000 Community Care Fund to support UK community projects

How the Caremark Community Care Fund works

The Community Care Fund will award three grants of £3,000, helping small-scale initiatives deliver meaningful and lasting impact.

Application and selection process

• Nominations are open to individuals, community groups and charities
• One finalist will be shortlisted from each of 12 UK regions
• The 12 finalists will be put to a public vote via Caremark’s digital platforms
• Three overall winners will each receive £3,000

Eligible community projects

Any project that demonstrates a clear benefit to its community will be considered. Caremark is encouraging a wide range of submissions, including:

• Improvements to parks and outdoor spaces
• Pre-school or education facility upgrades
• Community centre refurbishments
• Local charity initiatives
• Arts, wellbeing or social inclusion projects

Giving grassroots projects a national platform

David Glover, CEO at Caremark, emphasised the importance of recognising local initiatives:

“At Caremark, we see every day how powerful local projects can be in bringing people together and improving quality of life. The Community Care Fund is our way of recognising and empowering the ideas that can truly transform lives across the UK.

“It is also about giving communities a voice. We know there are many inspiring projects making a positive impact, often quietly behind the scenes, and we want to hear about them. By opening the fund to public nominations, we hope people will put forward the projects they care about and help them access funding that can make a meaningful difference.”

UK-wide reach with strong local impact

Finalists will be selected from across Caremark’s 12 regions:

• Scotland
• Wales
• Northern Ireland
• North East
• North West
• Yorkshire & The Humber
• East Midlands
• West Midlands
• East of England
• London & Greater London
• South East
• South West

What this means for Caremark franchise owners

Beyond its immediate community benefits, the initiative also strengthens Caremark’s positioning as a locally engaged and socially responsible brand.

For franchise owners, the fund offers a practical way to deepen community ties while raising local visibility and trust. By backing projects that align with care, wellbeing and social impact, franchise partners are well placed to build stronger, more meaningful connections in their areas.
Over time, initiatives like this can contribute to a more established local presence, supporting both reputation and sustainable business growth.

A growing force in UK home care franchising

Caremark continues to expand its national footprint, supporting more than 8,000 customers through a network of over 140 offices.

With a team of more than 6,500 care assistants, the company delivers a wide range of services, including:

• Elderly care
• Respite care
• Support for children with complex needs
• Disability care

As a franchisor, Caremark offers comprehensive training, ongoing support and a collaborative environment to help franchise partners build successful, sustainable businesses.

Frequently asked questions about the Caremark Community Care Fund

Who can apply for the Caremark Community Care Fund?

Anyone can nominate a project, including members of the public, community groups and not-for-profit organisations.

What type of projects are eligible?

Projects that deliver a clear benefit to the local community, such as space improvements, wellbeing initiatives or community activities.

How much funding is available?

There are three grants of £3,000 available, totalling £9,000.

How are winners selected?

Twelve regional finalists will be shortlisted, followed by a public vote to determine the three winning projects.