Food insecurity during holiday periods

Holiday activities 2025

Update: 

Over the past few years the amount of funding which is available to support projects for children and families in our communities has been markedly reduced.   In view of this we are currently reviewing the criteria for the fund to ensure that the funding can go to the children and families most in need. It is anticipated that this will be confirmed in the coming weeks and applications will be invited from organisations who can demonstrate that they can meet the criteria by mid to end of May.  

As soon as the criteria has been confirmed we will provide updated information here including an application form and guidelines. We look forward to inviting applications very soon. 

What are our aims?

This fund is for the targeted provision of accessible activities, childcare and food for children 2 - 16 years from low-income families during the school holidays. Activities supported by this funding can be for the child/ren or the whole family. The targeted funding will support the six priority groups highlighted in the Tackling Child Poverty Delivery Plan.

This was previously known as the food insecurity funding "Fuelled for Fun" that we have been awarding for a number of years to groups and organisations running holiday activities with a healthy meal, in the past many groups have successfully received funding.

Who can apply for a grant?

Any group or organisation can apply for a grant if they meet the eligible criteria.  All grant applications will be assessed and prioritised by the 'Food Insecurity during Holiday Periods' group (FIHP) with whole or partial funding being made available to successful applicants.

What is expected from applicants?

To monitor, evaluate and report on the impact of the project.  A copy of the Summer Holiday 2024 evaluation questions (PDF, 558 KB) is available to support with your evaluation.

All personnel who will be involved in food handling must be appropriately trained and/or supervised to carry out safe food procedures and will operate an appropriate food safety management system. 

All personnel involved in working with children and young people will be required to be in possession of a current and valid PVG certificate. 

Applicants not eligible to be covered by the our Public Liability Insurance policy would be required to submit evidence of their own cover. This can be confirmed with the Food Insecurity in Holiday Periods group. Health and safety measures must be considered throughout all aspects of planning and delivery to ensure the safety of all those involved.

How can I apply for a grant?

Applications for (Summer 2024 - Easter 2025) funding are now closed for local community groups/organisations planning to run initiatives aimed at reducing holiday hunger across Perth and Kinross during holiday periods.

Should you have any queries, or would like to request that your details be added to our contact lists, please email fihp@pkc.gov.uk.