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The Health Lottery Foundation
distributes players’ money
to good causes
We make sure that the money raised by The Health Lottery flows back into local communities and makes a difference where it’s most needed. We fund projects that unite people to improve health, wellbeing and happiness.
By playing The Health Lottery, you are supporting the health and wellbeing of people across Britain
Taking part in a lottery is great fun, with the bonus that a portion of the money raised goes into a fund that’s reserved for improving the health of the nation. We’re focusing on channelling money into the areas that need it most.
Voluntary organisations can apply for money from The Health Lottery Foundation – here’s how
We welcome applications from voluntary organisations. Take a look at the areas we support.
Check your project’s eligibility by answering a few simple questions in our eligibility checker. If you have any questions visit our FAQ page or get in touch.
Project themes that can be funded through The Health Lottery Foundation
Latest News
Reducing school holiday hunger – Feeding Britain
Over the Easter holidays, many food clubs in the Feeding Britain network ran activity and food programmes to make sure children didn’t go hungry when their school was closed. The Health Lottery Foundation have donated £20,000 to Feeding Britain to allow them to support more families over the school holidays later this year.
£200K of support to 12 charities to improve health & wellbeing
We are delighted to announce the first 12 charities to benefit from grant funding in 2025. Thanks to players of The Health Lottery, £200,000 will now be distributed to make a tangible difference to health and wellbeing across Britain. Our first round of grants was a closed process. Delva Patman, Chief Executive of The Health […]
How to smash stereotypes on World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day is every year in March. It’s an opportunity to smash stereotypes and showcase projects that have worked hard to challenge misconceptions about Down Syndrome. There are hundreds of amazing organisations around the world on a mission to make change.