Aims/priorities: 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.
Who can apply? 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.
Grant amount: Up to £2,000 are available in one year, but only in exceptional circumstances will individuals receive a grant of more than £500.
Other sources of funding must have been exhausted.
Application process: 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.
Awards are made from the COSARAF Foundation Hardship Fund every eight to ten weeks. The Hardship grants committee meets once every six weeks to discuss recent applications.
Deadline: Rolling programme.
Contact information: Email: info@cosaraf.org
Website: Hardship Grants - Cosaraf