Community Matters Fund (Energy Affordability)

This winter, National Grid’s Electricity Distribution business along with Localgiving are again partnering to deliver grants to charitable organisations working to address fuel poverty and ensure energy affordability in their communities. As the temperature begins to drop, costly energy prices and the high cost of living still create major challenges to communities across the nation.

Part of the Community Matters Fund, National Grid is offering £500k to support grassroots organisations that serve economically disadvantaged areas and target historically underrepresented and marginalised groups. We understand the need is often urgent, so the process to apply will be straightforward and funds will be distributed quickly.

This winter’s funding is part of National Grid’s ongoing commitment to energy affordability through a broad package of community support initiatives. These include year-round partnerships with trusted organisations via the ‘Power Up’ and ‘Affordable Warmth’ schemes to help tackle fuel poverty, targeted assistance delivered in collaboration with Kidney Care UK and the Fuel Bank Foundation, and increased access to warm, welcoming community spaces through the Warm Welcome campaign. Additional support is also available for vulnerable customers through the Priority Services Register.

Registered charities or non-profit companies limited by guarantee can apply for up to £5,000; constituted charitable organisations with no charity number can apply for up to £2,000.

The programme application window will open at midday on Tuesday 7th October and close at 5pm Friday 24th October.

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