Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is offering funding of up to £648,000. DCMS is seeking one or more delivery partners or consortia with expertise in engaging and supporting young people to deliver a three-year 'Connections through Gaming' pilot in England. The programme will use gaming to engage boys aged 11-16 who may be experiencing loneliness, social isolation or low wellbeing. The funding is intended to support delivery of a programme that combines gaming-based activities with structured wellbeing and confidence-building support.
Deadline: 11 September 2026