Cost of Living Resources
Here are some useful contacts for accessing urgent and long term funding. We are unable to verify that the information is up to date and we don’t endorse any particular organisation over another.
Always contact the charities directly for the most up to date information.
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Energyworks Fuel Hardship Grant 2022-23 (grant fund administered on behalf of BHCC by Money Advice Plus) Grants are currently available for £200 per household irrespective of situation on top of the national ones being issued automatically. Application forms are simple and money is reaching customers bank accounts/or vouchers issued for PAYG meters within 3 to 4 weeks. Contact energyworks@cabrightonhove.org
Advice Partner referrals Please email Energyworks and request to become a partner referrer. This speeds up the process but you will need to confirm that the customer has received assistance and budgeting advice from yourselves.
Carters Electricals: Offer free fitting. delivery and disposal of large white goods to any charity purchasing on behalf of those in need. Their customer service is second to none and they will always give you the best deal they can. Address: 19-29 Preston Rd, Brighton BN1 4QE Phone: 01273 628618
St Bernard’s Women’s Charity - Grants available up to £1000 to families/women who are suffering with physical and mental health. Email the Charity directly for more information contact: johneputtock@aol.com
LEAP energy partnership - by referral only - Free energy advice and practical help insulating homes available. LEAP will visit and install all energy saving devices. Inefficient boilers, cookers, radiators nay be replaced completely free. Easy to sign up and easy to refer online. 0800 060 7567 / support@applyforleap.org.uk
Turn2us – The charity provides an online calculator and grant search function easily accessible to all. It’s a great place to begin and offers sound advice and signposting www.turn2us.org.uk
Acts435 – A go-to organisation for any charity or community group (faith or non-faith based).
General help and advice
Money Help Hub - A resource from the Just Finance Foundation who are part of the Church Urban Fund
Go Compare Energy Cost Calculator - An online calculator allowing comparison of appliances