Funding - Cost of Living
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Co-op Local Community Fund
Supporting projects that provide access to opportunities and resources to help people thrive.
The Co-op’s Local Community Fund is now open for applications, offering groups a chance to secure a share of the £5 million pot.
The fund supports projects that help people and communities thrive, with a particular focus on improving access to food, supporting mental wellbeing, creating opportunities for young people, promoting community cohesion, and building sustainable futures.
Applications must be submitted by midnight on 6 July 2025.
British Gas Energy Trust
Apply for grants to clear domestic gas and electricity debts
Debt relief grants are available to both British Gas customers and customers of other energy suppliers. If you are struggling with domestic gas and electricity debts owed to British Gas or other suppliers, you can apply for a grant to clear that debt. The Trust funds advice-giving organisations across the UK which help people avoid the burden of energy debt, make informed choices and improve their money management skills
Applications can be made at any time.