What grants and financial support do you offer?

We offer a range of grants and funding opportunities to support you with education, employment, community projects, and essential household items.

Whether you’re looking to upskill, start a community project, or just need a bit of extra help, we’re here for you.

We offer a variety of individual and community grants, including:

Bursary Award

Springboard grant

For customers aged 16 and over. Apply for £500–£5,000 to cover education, qualifications, training, childcare, accommodation, or essential items.

Business in a box

For customers aged 18 and over. A series three workshops or customers who have an entrepreneurial idea and need help to develop it. The sessions are led by our specialist business coach.

Health Entrepreneur Grant

For customers aged 18 and over. Up to £1,500 for projects that improve health and wellbeing in your community.

Kick Start Grant

For customers aged 18 and over. Up to £1,000 to help run local events or community projects.

Black History Month 365 Fund

For customers aged 18 and over. Up to £1,000 to support projects celebrating Black heritage and culture throughout the year.

Donations Fund

For supported housing customers - to fund group activities or improvements like garden furniture, day trips, or social events.

Neighbourhood Improvement Fund (NIF)

For communal improvements in your estate or block. Projects must be supported by over 50% of residents and approved by a customer panel.

How do I apply?

Most grants can be applied for through our online grant platform. The application process is simple, and we’re here to support you.

For more information or help applying:

If you're finding it hard to make ends meet, please don’t wait, get in touch with us. We can help with:

You can also visit our Cost of Living Helper on the website for practical tips and links to support services.