Grants are available for third party social organisations to support individuals and families across the UK who are in financial need and have exhausted all other sources of funding.
This fund aims to support individuals and families who are struggling with everyday costs, such as basic living expenses, household items and utilities, or rent arrears.
Applications will only be accepted from recognised third party social organisation, such as charities, housing associations, schools and social services who are acting on behalf of a family or individual in need.
Priority will be given to:
- The most financially excluded people.
- Families over individuals.
- Those with caring responsibilities.
- Items that will make the most difference to the individual/family’s long-term future.
Organisations can only apply once in a single year.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are taking advantage of all support offered by local services, including the referring social organisation.
How To Apply
Applications can be made at any time and are assessed every six weeks. Applicants can expect a response within eight weeks of their application.
Applications will only be accepted where they are made on an individual’s behalf by a third party social organisation with a supporting statement from that organisation.
Guidance notes and an online application form are available from the COSARAF website