HELP FOR INDIVIDUALS

St George the Martyr Charity makes grants to individuals for items and services that can improve their quality of life. You do not need to be a member to receive a grant. You must reside in, or very close to the boundaries of our Area of Benefit (see map), and be in financial need. Normally, grants are awarded to people of 55 years of age or older; however, in certain circumstances we may award grants to people below that age.

Usually, grants are for things such as items of furniture, kitchen appliances, bedding or winter clothing. But it could also be services such as decorating or gardening . The Charity has even provided grants to help people ‘declutter’ their homes.

We do not make grants of cash, or award grants to repay debts or pay for rent or council tax. In most cases, once a grant is approved we will arrange for the order and pay for items and arrange for their delivery/installation.

Please note that we will not provide grants for things that are the responsibility or a landlord or statutory body.

Anyone who wishes to apply for a grant can contact the charity.  An initial assessment will be made as to whether the basic criteria are met. If that is the case, our Visitor, Philippa van Os will visit to assess the position and prepare a report for our trustees. In an emergency the Chair is able to make a small grant without waiting for the next trustees’ meeting which occur four times a year.

HELP TO OTHER LOCAL CHARITIES OR ORGANISATIONS

The Charity sometimes makes grants available to organisations that support people in need who live in our area of benefit (see map). 

If you are involved with an organisation that you think could benefit from funding from St George the Martyr Charity, and would like to make an application, please contact our Clerk (clerk@stgeorge1584.org.uk)