The 2024 St Stephen’s Green Trust (SSGT) Family Matters grant programme opens again for applications from groups working across the island. The programme aim is to contribute to improving the system of support for families affected by convictions and imprisonment to improve rehabilitation and resettlement outcomes. They believe that putting families at the heart of the criminal justice system is the ‘golden thread’ which can reduce the harm of imprisonment and contribute to rehabilitation. Evidence shows that prisoners who manage to maintain family bonds whilst in prison have significantly reduced reoffending risks upon release. Families cannot bear this burden alone and should be supported in this role.
The grant programme has two strands: one-off grants to test new approaches or add value to current work (up to €7,000/£6,000) and; one-off or multiannual (up to 3 years) grants for more strategic work (up to €25,000/£21,500).
Details of the scheme including criteria and a link to the relevant online application forms can be found here.
The deadline for applications is Monday 9th Sept 2024. Please contact info@ssgt.ie if you require further information.