Crisis and Resilience Fund

Yes. You can support someone to apply. The form allows you to give your details and confirm whether you are the main point of contact.

This depends on how urgent your situation is and whether we have all the information we need. If anything is missing, we will tell you clearly and explain what to do next.

No. You do not have to be on benefits. We look at your overall financial situation, including income and essential costs.

It means that, right now, there is not enough money coming in to cover essential living costs.

This helps us understand what money is coming in and going out, so we can make a fair decision. We only look at what is relevant for this application.

No. Applying for the Crisis and Resilience Fund does not affect your benefits or other support.

No. This is not a loan and does not need to be repaid.

There is no fixed amount. We look at what you need and what would help most, based on your individual circumstances.

You can ask for the decision to be looked at again. This is called a review. A different officer will reconsider your application to check the decision was made correctly. You must request a review within 21 days of receiving your decision.

Yes. You can email or post copies of your documents to us.

The Crisis and Resilience Fund is classed as public funds, so people with a No Recourse to Public Funds condition are not eligible under this scheme. Other support may be available depending on your situation.