Surviving Winter Fund Grant
In context
This call is open to individuals, community groups and non-profits and 1 other. Funding is a grant. Coverage is read from the notice itself: United Kingdom. The funder accepts early-stage applicants.
A fuel poverty fund supporting individuals and households with winter energy costs through direct financial assistance. Administered by Herefordshire Community Foundation using a dedicated Fuel Poverty Fund application form.
About this grant
The Surviving Winter Fund is a grant programme administered by Herefordshire Community Foundation (HCF), an independent charity that raises funds locally and distributes grants to those most in need across Herefordshire, England. The fund is designed to address the challenges faced by vulnerable individuals and communities during the winter months, targeting issues related to cold weather, fuel poverty, and winter hardship in the county. HCF operates as a community foundation connecting philanthropic donors with local causes, and the Surviving Winter Fund is one of several targeted funds addressing specific local challenges. Further programme details, eligibility requirements, and application guidance are available through HCF's apply portal.
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Eligibility
Applicants must be based in or serving communities within Herefordshire. The fund is targeted at organisations or individuals addressing winter-related hardship and need in the county. Further eligibility details are not specified on this page; prospective applicants are directed to HCF's general application guidance and expression of interest process.
How it's scored
Evaluation criteria are not detailed on this page. Applications are assessed by HCF trustees and grant-making panels with expert local knowledge of Herefordshire's community needs.
Key requirements
- ✓Applicants must demonstrate fuel poverty or energy cost hardship during winter months
- ✓Application via Fuel Poverty Fund application form
- ✓Likely residency or service-area requirement within Herefordshire or funder's geographic remit
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Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for Surviving Winter Fund?
- Eligibility covers organisations in GB; individual, community-group, nonprofit, charity. See the eligibility criteria above for the full conditions.
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