Tipping Point, the latest report by VCS Emergencies Partnership, describes some of the ways the voluntary and community sector (VCS) has been responding to the challenge of the cost of living crisis, focusing on the early part of 2023.
It draws out insights, knowledge and practical ideas to help inform future preparedness and response to an ongoing crisis that will escalate again as winter approaches.
Read more and download the report from the VCS Emergencies Partnership website.
Octo Assist is a £50 million customer help fund and a collection of support schemes designed to help customers who need it most keep on top of their energy, and keep warm without worrying. Includes free electric blankets, standing charge waivers
The Emergency Essentials Programme provides critical items that meet the most basic needs of children and young people in the UK experiencing crisis or emergency situations. Who Can Benefit Children and young people up to and including age 17 who
The voluntary and community sector is at the heart of healthier, more connected communities. In this new blog, Birju Bartoli, Chief Executive of Northumbria NHS Foundation Trust, shares how local charities and groups are helping tackle inequalities, inspire young people,
Grants to Support Individuals & Families in Need. Grants are available to charities, housing associations, schools and social services providing support for individuals and families across the UK who are in financial need. The Hardship Fund offers grants to those
