Projects we have funded

The 12-month programme is designed for leaders in the social sector with over 6 years' experience who seek to build their leadership capabilities and make a lasting difference within the sector. Since 2015 FiMT has funded Specialist Fellowships for those working in the Armed Forces Charity sector

A grant over 3 years to fund a project aimed at meeting the needs and providing effective services for veterans serving criminal sentences in the community. In addition a grant was awarded to enable the delivery of an e learning product aimed at those working with ex-Service personnel.

A 24-month project to assess how service providers can work together more effectively to improve access to housing for ex-Service personnel.

This project was a 5 month qualitative piece of research investigating how Service personnel could be better supported in securing employment as the transition into new civilian careers.

Research into residential care needs and provision for working age veterans. The report was published in November 2015.

A small grant to produce a short film on the subject of transition.

A national review of Health Needs Assessments in collaboration with NHS England and Community Innovations Enterprise Ltd to ascertain what is known about Veterans’ mental health and related health needs within those assessments.

Research carried out by Professor Edgar Jones and his team about the transition into civilian life following military service.

A pilot project to provide additional support through transition for those veterans settling in the London area, the evaluation of which was carried out by Cordis Bright.

Sponsorship of the Working Together Award over a three year period, which honours a person, team or organisation that has demonstrated an enduring commitment and a collaborative approach, engaging with external organisations to support the sector within the wider community.