Rural pubs in Wales are transforming into community lifelines with grants up to £6,000. Discover how initiatives like village stores and craft workshops are tackling isolation and boosting wellbeing.
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal launches its Big Charity Giveaway, offering £45,000 in grants to support community charities across Yorkshire, the Humber, and the North East. Apply by 31st July.
Birmingham households will not receive DWP's £25 Cold Weather Payment despite recent snowfall, as temperature thresholds were not met. Find out about alternative local support grants available.
Llandudno Rotary Club celebrates a year of community action, awarding £2,000 in grants and expanding its network. Discover how to join their mission for 2026.
Hard-up households across the UK can apply for emergency cash grants from their local council, even if not on benefits. Find out how to access the Household Support Fund.
The Labour government announces a new three-year Crisis and Resilience Fund, launching in April 2026, to provide targeted cash support for vulnerable UK households struggling with bills.
Birmingham households can apply for special £200 cost of living payments. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim before the March 2026 deadline.
Birmingham City Council is distributing £200 hardship grants this month to residents struggling with food and energy bills. Funded by the DWP, here's who is eligible and how to apply.
Lloyds Bank's charitable foundations award £4.2 million to 66 UK charities, aiming to break down the stigma preventing people from seeking financial help. Discover how the fund works.
Leicestershire County Council is providing weekly supermarket vouchers of up to £140 to families facing hardship. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply.
Birmingham residents facing financial hardship can apply for £200 grants from the Household Support Fund. Payments are being issued in January. Find out if you're eligible.
Low-income households can apply for £200+ payments via the extended Household Support Fund in 2026. Check eligibility and apply to your local council now.
A retired UK civil servant must repay £25,000 after a decade-long pension miscalculation. Discover the impact of the error and the union's call for change.
Birmingham households are urged to check bank accounts for £200 hardship grants from the council's fund. Applications are open until March. Find out if you're eligible.
Struggling households in Camden can apply for emergency payments of up to £500 from the Household Support Fund. Check eligibility and how to apply now.
New data reveals a shoplifting epidemic with over 800 offences going unsolved daily in the UK. Staff face rising abuse as political parties clash over solutions. Read the full analysis.
The DWP's Household Support Fund will pause on 19th December, with payments not restarting until 5th January 2026. Leicestershire residents are urged to check eligibility for food and fuel vouchers.
E.ON Energy is providing free, efficient fridges and bill grants to eligible customers facing hardship this Christmas. Learn about the E.ON Next Energy Fund criteria and how to apply for support.
Low-income households can apply for emergency payments of up to £200 via the Household Support Fund. Apply now to your local council for help with food and energy bills.
Low-income households can apply for emergency cost-of-living payments from councils. Grants of up to £200 can help with food and energy bills. Apply now for pre-Christmas support.
A 63-year-old ex-civil servant faces 'a nightmare with no way out' after being ordered to repay £25,000 in pension overpayments. Discover the systemic error affecting hundreds.
A former headhunter's life changed forever after collapsing with Sudden Death Syndrome. Discover how Paul navigated major heart surgery, a stroke, and financial hardship with DWP support.
The Bradbury Foundation has awarded £4,000 in grants to four inspirational Lincolnshire charities supporting vulnerable children, mental health, disability services and domestic abuse survivors.
Blackpool Council offers £200-£300 payments via the Household Support Fund. No DWP benefits required. Learn if you qualify and how to apply for this vital help.
Four Rotary clubs in Shepway have donated £12,000 to local schools over three years, supporting underprivileged children with essentials like uniforms and school trips. Discover how this community partnership works.
South Staffordshire community projects including a memorial garden and outdoor gym receive £125k government funding boost from UK Shared Prosperity and Rural England Prosperity Funds.
Struggling UK households could receive a £500 payment from the Household Support Fund. Check if you're eligible and apply before the 31 March 2026 deadline.
The Tameside Toy Appeal 2025 returns to ensure no child misses out on Christmas joy. Donate new toys or funds from Nov 10 to Dec 12. Help spread kindness.
Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.
A Birmingham woman fought the DWP for months after criminals fraudulently claimed Universal Credit in her name. Discover how she finally cleared her name after 190 phone calls.