Timing

Applications can be submitted online from 19 January until 5pm on 24 February 2022. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

To avoid any technical difficulties arising, which may prevent you from submitting in time, we recommend applying well before the deadline. This will also ensure that we are able to support you with any technical difficulties.

Applying online

All eligible Fellows are emailed when the Fund opens for application, with a personalised link to the online application form. If you believe you are eligible and have not received a link, please email us on office@churchillfellowship.org.

If you have a valid reason for not applying online and need a paper copy to be posted to you, please email us on office@churchillfellowship.org, explaining why you require a paper form. Please ensure that this request is made by 28 January to ensure there is time for us to post the form and for you to complete and return it by the deadline.

Submitting an audio application

Audio recordings can be uploaded to the online application form. You will need to respond to seven questions in the application form and ensure that the audio recording is clear and completed within seven minutes. Audio uploads have a 25mb limit.

We suggest that you say your name first, then tell us in a sentence what you are seeking funding for. You should then respond to the seven questions during the recording. There are aspects of the application which must be completed in written format, such as your budget.

Collaborative bids

We welcome bids from Fellows who have decided to work together on a project. A collaboration involving two or more Fellows will be treated as a single bid and the same eligibility and selection criteria apply. Fellows applying within a collaboration will not be eligible for separate Activate Fund awards as individuals.

In making an application, you will need to decide which Fellow will submit the application form. We will liaise with this Fellow during the application process.

Assistance with applying

If you require assistance with your application, please email office@churchillfellowship.org. You can discuss your proposal with our team, who will answer any queries you may have or go through the questions with you.

We are also holding an online webinar where you can ask any questions about applying to the Activate Fund. This will be held on Wednesday 2 February at 12.00pm, and you can register to attend here.

Timeline

Stage 1: Apply online

• Fellows who are eligible to apply to the Fund will receive an email on 19 January 2022.
• Deadline: 5pm on 24 February 2022.
• A PDF copy of the application form can be found here. The questions can be answered in written or audio format. (Guidance on how to apply using an audio format can be found above.)

Stage 2: Shortlisting

• You will be notified in mid-May as to whether you have been shortlisted for interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an online interview in mid-late June.
• Interviews will be conducted by our Activate Fund Subcommittee, supported by members of our Advisory Council.

Stage 3: Award

• Shortlisted candidates will be notified whether they have been successful or not in early July 2022.

Stage 4: Induction

• An induction event will take place for the successful candidates – date to be confirmed.