Financial support is available to you. You can find general support and advice on health costs, welfare, benefits, and the blue badge scheme below. Please be aware not all grants and funding are means tested.
If you need additional help, a grant might be the right choice for you. We have provided a list of local to Lincolnshire and National financial support grants to help you get the support you need.
If an individual has an ongoing disability or condition, which may restrict and impair them, they may be eligible for a Blue Badge. The badge is provided to be displayed in the car, when parking, to allow an individual to park closer to their destination.
A Blue Badge costs £10 and lasts up to 3 years and applications are made online, via the link below.
Email: disabledcarparking@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Website: https://
Citizens Advice can provide individuals with information and support with benefits, work, debt, housing, law and legal issues, consumer and immigration questions and issues. The service is free and provide independent and impartial advice.
The service provides support via phone, email and in person; to find each centres contact details, please search your postcode via the link below.
Website: https:/
Individuals living with cancer, are eligible for free NHS prescriptions, through a medical exemption certificate. This eligibility is regardless of income, savings, and employment status, however individuals not originally born in the UK should speak with the below number to ensure eligibility.
To access a medical exemption certificate please speak with your GP.
Contact: 0300 330 1341
Website: https://
If an individual is living with a life-limiting or terminal illness, including cancer, they can access an assessment and help in understanding what financial help is available to them.
The Welfare and Benefits team can provide support with:
- Discussing the benefits an individual may be entitled to
- Supporting with applying for benefits and grants
- Supporting with applying for Disabled Blue Badge applications, if applicable
- Information signposting following a bereavement and money towards funeral costs.
To access this service, the individual must be registered to a Lincolnshire GP.
Contact: 01476 513 544
Website: https://
General Financial Funds
Grant applications are free of charge and the majority are quick and easy to apply for. Individuals living with or affected by cancer may be eligible for additional support and grants are available both locally and nationally.
To learn more about what could be available to you, please see the links below.
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The charity’s main objective is to provide relief for those in need in Bourne and the local area. The charity provides funding in two forms, through one off financial grant to help in difficult circumstances and through weekly financial payment known as ‘The Essex’.
How Much Could I Get?
Dependent on Need
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible applicants will be a resident in the Parish of Bourne, Cawthorpe, Dyke or Twenty.
Funding is not means testing, not restricted on condition or circumstance and there is no upper monetary limit.
What Area is Covered?
Bourne, Cawthorpe, Dyke and Twenty.
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications can be made by contacting the service.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: https:/
Enquiries: 01778 422387
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
Elizabeth Finn Care provides direct financial support to individuals in need.
The grant aims to provide help with living expenses, essentials such as household goods, house repairs for an older person or a equipment to make life easier for a carer or a person with a disability, provide respite grants for a carer to have a break, transport expenses, rent deposits, vocational training and Bankruptcy and Debt relief through a third party agency.
How Much Could I Get?
Between £1,000 and £1,500
Who is the Grant For?
Applicants who have previously held jobs that required level 4 qualifications and have fallen on hard times through personal events such as family breakdown, redundancy or ill health.
They also help older people with limited pension provision and (ex)spouses/partners of eligible individuals.
What Area is Covered?
British and Irish nationality or be a ‘resident’ of the UK or Ireland (minimum of 6 months).
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications can be made through the website
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
A National charity providing small one-off grants to individuals in need on a low income.
Aim to provide support for people experiencing financial hardship. They work to provide support to couples, individuals and families who need help to cope, equip themselves to manage better day to day and enable them to build a stronger future.
How Much Could I Get?
Average Grant £230
Who is the Grant For?
The Trust provides funding for household items such as:
- White goods,
- Furniture,
- Clothing,
- Baby needs,
- Educational computer needs,
- Specialist disability equipment,
- Driving lessons/tests and travel to hospital.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications must be made by an organisation that meet the charity's criteria.
Applications are open continuously.
Where Do I Find Out More?
To obtain an application form email: application@glasspool.org.uk
Website: www.
Email: grants@glasspool.org.uk
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Heinz, Anna and Carol Kroch Foundation provides grants for individuals suffering from severe poverty or on-going medical conditions. It will also support victims of domestic abuse.
The foundation aims to support those who require support with hospital travel costs, household items, adaptations or disability equipment. They will not fund holidays or education.
How Much Could I Get?
£100 to £500
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible individuals must be:
- Aged 18 years or above and
- Be experiencing poverty, financial hardship or domestic abuse.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications must be made in writing by a recognised professional such a social worker, doctor or Citizen Advice representative who must include the individual's financial information.
Applications are open on a rolling basis and will be considered bi-monthly.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: https://
Enquiries: 020 8979 0609
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
Created to support with extra costs that living with cancer can create.
The grant aims to lower stress and anxiety surrounding financial pressures whilst living with cancer.
To help with:
- Energy bills
- Home adaptations
- Cost of travel to and from the hospital
- Any extra costs from Cancer.
How Much Could I Get?
Up to £200
Who is the Grant For?
- Must have or be being treated for Cancer.
- No more than £1,000 in savings for a household
- Have a weekly income of no more than £323 per week for one person household or £442 per week for a household of two or more people. (Both exclude PIP, DLA & AA).
- Not have received a Macmillan Grant within the previous 2 years.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications must be made by a medical professional, a health/social care professional or a benefits advisor.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: https://
Enquiries: 0808 808 0000
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
Masonic Charitable Foundation provides assistance to Freemasons and their dependents through unexpected difficulties.
The fund helps towards:
- Essential daily living costs (e.g.: utility bills and food)
- Unexpected needs (e.g.: hardship faced following an accident, redundancy, or other personal crisis)
- Funeral bills and Minor home repairs
The fund also provides assistance with:
- Medical cardiac or cancer treatment
- Dental
- Mobility Care
- Respite Care and Consultation
Alongside assistance for older people (aged 65+), Care homes - nursing, residential and dementia care, Advice and support on health and care needs and Holidays - fully financed and part-funded trips to locations within the UK and Malta.
How Much Could I Get?
Funding is dependent on need, requirements, and circumstance.
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible applicants may include:
- A lodge member or be a strong family connection such as:
- Marital partner,
- Civil spouse
- Widow
- Divorced or speared partner
- Child
- Stepchild
- Grandchild
- Step grandchild.
What Area is Covered?
England, Wales the Channel island, Isle of Man and some districts over sea.
How Do I Apply?
Applications are on a rolling basis.
To apply telephone: 020 3146 3333.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: Home page - The Masonic Charitable Foundation (mcf.org.uk)
Enquiries: 0800 035 60 90
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The charity provides grants to individuals within Lincolnshire who require financial assistance during difficult times.
How Much Could I Get?
Up to £2,000
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible individuals could include:
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Individuals with a disability or serious illness.
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Those experiencing financial difficulties due to loss of work or ill health
What Area is Covered?
Lincolnshire
How Do I Apply?
Applications closing the 10th January 2024 and reopen every three months.
Applications can be made via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The trust has been established to enable people in the UK to improve their quality of life and fulfil their potential by providing funding for educational opportunities, social and financial needs, and medical conditions.
Grants are given out to support individuals whose poverty is exacerbated by additional misfortune including bereavement, divorce, abuse, homelessness, addiction, disability, or ill health.
Funds may be used to acquire a: bed, cooker, fridge, washing machine, kitchen equipment, emergency clothing, school uniform, baby equipment, rent deposits, household repairs, travel costs, training course or equipment, respite breaks (UK) or mobility equipment.
How Much Could I Get?
Up to £250
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible applicants may include:
People who are:
- Vulnerable people aged 25 and under living independently who are estranged from their families,
- Orphaned or who have spent time being looked after by the local authority,
- Victims of domestic abuse,
- Single older people,
- Young families,
- Single parents,
- People who are working,
- People suffering from physical or learning disabilities and
- People suffering from physical or mental ill health.
- Applicants with drug or alcohol dependency must be in recovery to be eligible.
- Applicants without indefinite leave to remain will only be allocated £50 to assist them, if destitute.
- Will not have received a grant from Newby Trust previously.
- Less than £1000 household income a month.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications from professional (listed to the left), should be made via www.glasspool.org.uk.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.newby-trust.org.uk
Enquiries or applications please contact: info
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The League of Helping Hand (LHH) provides financial support to people who are experiencing hardship due to illness or disability. They also provide aid to carers of disabled children and adults.
The grant aims of provide one-off support with:
- Essential household items such as a cooker, bed/bedding, fridge, washing machine, carpets etc.
- Heating costs/fares/travel expenses for hospital or regular appointments.
- Specialist equipment that cannot be obtained through Health or Social Services.
- Clothing, including school uniform.
Carer’s Breaks (when funds allow).How Much Could I Get?
£50-£250
Who is the Grant For?
Applicants can be of any age but must be experiencing financial hardship, on a very low income or have an illness, disability, diagnosed mental health problem, learning disability or care for an adult or child who is disabled or ill.
What Area is Covered?
England
How Do I Apply?
Applications must be completed by a sponsor, who is a Health Professional, Social Services member, CAB, Housing association, Charity etc.
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website:www.
Enquiries: 01444 236099
Email: secretary
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Trust assists individuals of small means who the trustees consider to be deserving and may be described as “going short”.
In general, the relief of poverty includes grants for education, health, housing, disablement or disability.
How Much Could I Get?
Dependent on area of support.
Contact the service for specific funding details
Who is the Grant For?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications to be made by a charitable organisation or professional on the individual’s behalf. If applying direct the application will need to be supported by either the local authority, a charity or Citizens Advice.
What Area is Covered?
England and Wales
How Do I Apply?
Applications are to be made on the behalf of individuals by a local authority, another charitable organisation or a non-profit organisation such as citizens advice.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.talisamancharity.org
Financial Support for Health Costs
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
To give grants to individuals in need of healthcare support. The charity can fund diagnostics, surgery, and therapy for individuals at a range of Lincolnshire healthcare providers.
How Much Could I Get?
Dependant on need
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility includes:
- Must live in Lincolnshire.
- Must have a diagnosis or healthcare need.
- Must meet the financial criteria, which are as follows:
- Earnings should not exceed £24,000 per annum and, if you live with someone else, your combined household income should not exceed £36,000 per annum.
- Individual assets (savings, bonds, shares, ISAs) must not exceed £10,000 – excluding the property you live in.
What Area is Covered?
Countywide
How Do I Apply?
Contact the number or email below.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Email: bromheadmedical
Contact: 07818 961223 (office hours: Mon to Thurs 9am to 2pm)
Website: https:/
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Frederick Andrew Convalescent Trust provides financial assistance to women following a recent illness or injury.
It can offer grants to access domestic help, taking short breaks away from the home and for therapy including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapist, chiropodists/podiatrists and counselling.
How Much Could I Get?
The costs of the support will be covered.
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility:
- Women who have had a recent illness or injury
- Not have received the Frederick Andrew Trust Grant in the last 4 years
What Area is Covered?
Lincolnshire
How Do I Apply?
To apply, complete an initial assessment form, which can be found via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: https://
Contact: 01522 810159
Financial Support for Adaptions
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The grant aims to support individuals within their home in moving freely through the provision of home adaptions.
Funding can be allocated for:
- Widening doors
- Installing ramps
- Improving facilities or rooms with stair lifts or downstairs bathrooms
- Provide a heating system suitable to the persons needs
- Adapt heating or lighting control to make them easier to use.
How Much Could I Get?
Up to £30,000
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility:
- Must own the property or be a tenant.
- Meet the means-tested criteria
- Eligibility and grant amount will be dependent on income and some individuals may be required to contribute towards costs.
- An Occupational Therapist from Social Services must carry out an assessment and recommend the adaption.
- Individuals must intend to live in the property following completion of work
- 10 years for owners and 5 years for tenants
What Area is Covered?
Lincolnshire
How Do I Apply?
Rolling applications.
Each locality will use their council website to provide information and application.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Contact: 01522 782155
Visit the local District Councils website.
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Trust provides grants to help people who are ill, convalescent or disabled.
Funding may be provided for a range of medical items and services to improve quality of life. This includes TENS machines, orthopaedic beds, hoists and household items such as washing machines.
How Much Could I Get?
Amounts will be discussed dependent on requirements and circumstance.
Who is the Grant For?
Applicants must:
- Have a medical condition, disability or poor health (if funding is limited preference with be given to people who have professional, secretarial, or administrative qualifications).
- Applications must be made by a health professional or social worker.
- Individuals must not have had a grant from the trust in the last three years.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Application forms can be downloaded via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: http:/
Enquiries:020 7998 8817
Email: Ann.
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
Friends of the Elderly supports older people in need to help them retain their independence and dignity.
The fund aims to provide one-off grants for essential items such as mobility aids, household items, property repairs and alterations.
How Much Could I Get?
Approximately £400
Who is the Grant For?
Applicants must be:
- A resident of England or Wales
- Be 60 years or over (50 years for homeless)
- Be living on low income and minimal savings.
- Do not meet the criteria for other funders.
What Area is Covered?
Residents of England and Wales.
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis but may close temporarily due to high demand.
All applications should be made by a third party such as Citizens Advice, Social Services or Age UK via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.
Enquiries: 02077308263
Email: enquiries
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
Margaret's Fund awards grant assistance to caring professionals looking after women in financial need living in the UK suffering from illness.
Grants provided for:
- Aids for disability,
- extra comforts,
- convalescent holidays (holidays to recover from illness),
- clothing,
- extra nourishment or
- extra heating.
How Much Could I Get?
Dependent on need up to approx. £500
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility:
- Be a woman, who is unwell and in financial need.
- Priority will be given to women with TB, chest related or pulmonary illness and other forms of illness.
- All applications must come from Caring professionals such as doctors, nurses, charity workers or social workers will need to apply on behalf of the women in their care. All applicants must be part of an organisation and must not be an individual carer.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications should be made by the professional through the "Apply for Funds" page on the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.margaretsfund.co.uk
Enquiries: info
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The trust aims to assist as many people in need as they can to allow more people to have the ability to travel, move, socialise and live their lives.
Mobility Trust provides powered wheelchairs and scooters for people who have severe disabilities and who cannot obtain such equipment through other means.
How Much Could I Get?
Dependent on need.
Who is the Grant For?
There is no set eligibility criteria, but to find out suitability for an application contact the enquiries team.
The Mobility Trust provides equipment such as wheelchairs and mobility scooters following an assessment by an independent Occupational Therapist (OT) sent by the Trust. The OT will then prescribe the most suitable piece of equipment for an individual.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications are by letter and details on the process can be found on the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.mobilitytrust.org.uk
Enquires: 0118 9842588
Day Events, Holidays & Carers Respite
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Trust provides financial assistance towards the cost of a holiday for women who need rest.
The Trust aims to provide a break for women experiencing difficulties due to poverty, infirmity, disability, social or economic reasons, through helping with the costs of a holiday.
How Much Could I Get?
Maximum of £350
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be over 18 years and must not have had a holiday in recent years.
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A sponsoring organisation or person such as a doctor or social worker must support your application.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
To apply: download an application form and return to the trust.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.
Enquiries: cheryl.
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Willow Foundation aims to redress the balance providing unique and unforgettable moments and experiences for people with health conditions.
It provides special days out for seriously ill people aged 16 to 40 years who live in the UK. This includes young people with Cancer, Motor Neurone Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and organ failure.
Days out can be varied, and past days out have included trips to the theatre, Premier and International sports events, health spas, city break, trips in a helicopter and hot air balloon.
How Much Could I Get?
Decided by fund/choice of day/treat
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible applicants will be:
- between 16 and 40 years old (inclusive)
- receiving active treatment for a life threatening illness, or within 6 weeks of final treatment
- Receiving treatment/care for a degenerative or palliative illness
- A resident in the UK
- Have not received support from Willow previously
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Application must be made by a medical professional on behalf of the patient.
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications can be found via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.willowfoundation.org.uk
Enquiries: 01707 25977
Financial Support for Home Costs
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Discretionary Housing Payments scheme provides additional payments to people who receive Housing Benefit or the Housing Element of Universal Credit who appear to need further help with their rent.
The fund aims to prevent homelessness, support people into employment, alleviate poverty, support the vulnerable in the local community and provide financial assistance for a short period of time due to personal crises.
They may be able to help with:
Rent deposits and rent in advance to assist with moving to more affordable alternative accommodation.
Lump sum costs associated with a housing need such as removal costs to assist with moving to more affordable alternative accommodation.
Reductions in housing bills and payments short term.
How Much Could I Get?
Dependent on circumstance.
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible applicants must:
- Be in receipt of Housing Benefit, or The Housing Element of Universal Credit
- Have a liability to pay rent and require further assistance with housing costs
- Be able to demonstrate that you have tried to negotiate a reduction in rent with your landlord
- Be actively attempting to improve your financial situation by seeking support to manage your income and expenditure through personal budgeting.
What Area is Covered?
England, Scotland and Wales
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications will be made via the local authority website.
Website will be determined by the local authority in which the applicant lives.
Where Do I Find Out More?
For information regarding the fund: click here
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The St Andrew's Society for Ladies in Need provides financial support to retired ladies or those unable to earn through illness or disability.
They provide support with:
- Regular grants payable quarterly to eligible ladies towards day to day living expenses.
- One off grants for urgent items such as replacement white goods and small household repairs.
- Care home grants when there is a shortfall in care home fees.
- Care at home grants towards the cost of caring for an elderly lady in their own home.
How Much Could I Get?
Dependent on need and the charity’s capability at the time
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible applicants will be:
- A retired lady or unable to work and live alone
- British born
- Good standard of education
- In receipt of certain benefits
- Limited savings
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Application forms are available from the General Secretary by emailing: mpope1
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.standrewssociety.btck.co.uk
Enquiries: mpope1
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
To support people living in Lincoln through one off grants, to allow individuals to access financial support to purchase white goods.
How Much Could I Get?
£500
Who is the Grant For?
Individuals living in the city of Lincoln who require financial support to purchase white goods.
What Area is Covered?
For people living in the city of Lincoln.
How Do I Apply?
Applications must be made by a social worker or medical professional.
Applications are rolling and can be found on the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Enquiries: 01522 705536
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Trust helps women over the age of 50 in financial hardship, sickness or poor health. Funding will be provided for items such as cookers and fridges, removal costs, telephone bills and settling outstanding rent.
How Much Could I Get?
Typically, do not exceed £500.
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility:
- Must be female, over 50 and be in need due to financial hardship or poor health and have
- All applications must be supported by a third party such as Citizens Advice Bureau, housing association or other charitable organisations.
- Financial information and documentary evidence will be required.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications can be downloaded via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.sawyertrust.org
Enquiries: info
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Percy Bilton Charity supports individuals in need on low income with household essentials.
The fund support people through providing grants for essential items such as laundry equipment, cooking and heating appliances, furniture and clothing.
How Much Could I Get?
Maximum of £250
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible people include:
- Older People - individuals aged over 65 on low income.
- Disabled People - children or adults with a physical/learning disability or serious illness on low income or
- Adults with severe and enduring mental health problem which prevents them from working.
- Only those referred by a health professional or social worker
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications for funding should be made only by health professionals or social workers on behalf of the individual.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.percy-bilton-charity.org.uk
Enquiries: 020 8579 2829
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Government scheme aims to support people on a low income, allowing them to stay warmer within the winter months.The scheme allows individuals to get up to £150 off their heating bill.
How Much Could I Get?
Up to £150 off electricity bill
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility:
- In receipt of Guarantee Credit Element of Pension Credit.
- On a low income and meet your energy suppliers criteria for the scheme.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open October to March yearly.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.gov.uk/the-warm-home-discount-scheme.
Enquiries: Age UK can advise Lincolnshire applicants by calling 0800 678 1602
Financial Support for Isolation
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The fund focuses on connecting and re-connecting people with others in their community. They support applications which combat loneliness and enable people to be active and engaged.
The fund aims to provide support in accessing mobility equipment, activities, vocational courses, equipment to help combat social isolation and UK based holidays or a special day out.
How Much Could I Get?
£100 to £5,000
Who is the Grant For?
Eligible people include:
- Older adults
- People with a mental health problem
- People with a disability.
What Area is Covered?
England, Scotland and Wales.
How Do I Apply?
Applications must be completed by a third party who knows the individual in a professional capacity.
Applications are open on a rolling basis and can be completed via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: www.
Enquiries:0800 328 3328
Email: info
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
To promote the Health and Wellbeing of the residents of Horncastle and surrounding District of East Lindsey who may be sick, convalescent, disabled or in need of financial assistance.
How Much Could I Get?
Grants up to £500
Who is the Grant For?
Eligibility includes:
- Costs associated with access to local services
- Community activities that promote healthy eating, increased physical activity or mobility
- Educational projects for young people
- Health care, disability support groups, support for older people
- Early intervention project that address health and wellbeing
- We can provide funding to cover equipment, travel, venue hire, telephone, stationery, refreshments, volunteer training and activities that meet an identified need.
What Area is Covered?
Horncastle and East Lindsey
How Do I Apply?
Applications Closing dates are on 1st March and 1st September in each year.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Contact: 01529 305825 or email, Katie
Website: https://
Financial Support for Veterans
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
To provide financial assistance to members of the RAF family.
There are several aims of the fund to reduce stress and worry for those facing financial difficulty.
There are also a multitude of other grants within this which include*:
- Regular assistance (max £30 p/wk for older or ill people)
- Home fuel costs (A grant of up to £520)
- Garden Maintenance (£10 p/wk fir disabled people)
- Domestic allowance (up to £20 pw/wk for housework or DIY
- Priority debts
- Temporary financial assistance
- State benefits
How Much Could I Get?
£750 or less you can apply on line. Applications for over £750 please call 0300 102 1919
Who is the Grant For?
- Former and serving members of the RAF, their partners and dependents (under 18) as well as Reservists, widows and widowers and former members of the Royal Observer Corps.
- Some services are means tested
- Have not applied for this grant in the last 12 months.
What Area is Covered?
National
How Do I Apply?
Applications are on a rolling basis.
Applications can be made via the website.
Where Do I Find Out More?
Website: https://
Enquiries: 0300 102 1919
Email: mail
Financial Support for Training, School & Work
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
For children and young people who have experienced a crisis that has recently had a significant and enduring impact on their social and emotional wellbeing and educational engagement.
How Much Could I Get?
Up to £2000
Who is the Grant For?
We fund holistic packages of support for children and young people that can include, but are not limited to:
- Items and activities to support learning and development such as laptops, books, 12 months of broadband, educational toys, tuition, etc.
- Clothing and school uniforms
- Social, sporting and leisure activities
- Family activities
- Items for children/young people’s bedrooms
- Other household items that are not available from sources such as Emergency Essentials or Local Authority welfare schemes, etc.
For children who are unable to stay in their family home, we also fund boarding school fees.
EligibIility includes:
- Must be a child or a young person aged 18 and under, if living with parent/carer, OR 20 and under if living independently, with little or no support from their family
- Be living on a low income and experiencing financial hardship
- The children and young people have experienced a crisis that has recently had a significant and enduring impact on all three of the following:
- Their social wellbeing
- Their emotional wellbeing
- And their educational engagement
- The family or young person has recently taken action to improve their situation, are actively engaging with support and are moving on from the crisis
What Area is Covered?
UK
How Do I Apply?
We only accept applications from frontline professionals (from a registered charity, housing association or public sector organisation):
- Who are working directly with the children/young person
- Ideally, have carried out at least one home visit
- and have made a full assessment of the children’s or young person’s needs
Where Do I Find Out More?
Link to apply: https://
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
To assist individuals over the age of 16 entitled to work in the UK, to continue education, training or enable them to get back to work.
How Much Could I Get?
Average grant £250
Who is the Grant For?
To be eligible to apply individuals must be:
- 16 years old or over
- Working no more than 16 hours per week
- Education plan will lead to employment/ self-employment
- No access to other grants/funds
What Area is Covered?
Lincolnshire
How Do I Apply?
Applications are open on a rolling basis.
Applications must be made by foundation staff for then forward onto the assessor.
Where Do I Find out More?
Website: https://
Contact: 01529 305825 or email, helen
What is the Purpose of the Grant?
The Thonock Trust has been established to improve the lives and wellbeing of those living in Gainsborough, Corringham, Blyton, Springthorpe and Lea through the provision of education, training, activities and personal development..
How Much Could I Get?
Maximum of £250 for individuals
Who is the Grant For?
Individuals that want to get back into work, training or education.
Individuals who need funds to allow them to get back into the workplace or training (uniforms, course material or equipment).
What Area is Covered?
Gainsborough, Corringham, Blyton, Springthorpe and Lea
How Do I Apply?
Complete the application form: Individual-Application.docx (live.com)
Where Do I Find Out More?
Contact: 01529 305825
Email: sue