Community Resource is calling on voluntary and community organisations across Shropshire to apply for grants from the Household Support Fund (HSF), aimed at helping local people through the cold winter months.

Over £20,000 in funding is still available, with grants ranging from £1,000 to £4,000. These grants can be used to provide essential support such as food, hot meals, warm clothing, energy and water top-ups, and other household necessities.

The funding is designed to reach underserved and marginalised communities most affected by the cost-of-living crisis. We are urging organisations to apply now so they can offer vital support during the toughest months of the year and make a meaningful difference in their communities.

Several local organisations are already using the fund to make a meaningful difference:

  • OsNosh in Oswestry is supplying frozen meals to the local foodbank
  • Little Stars Baby Bank is delivering winter essentials to over 120 children, including coats, hats, bedding, pyjamas, and thermometers
  • The 4 All Foundation is serving hot meals across three community hubs
  • Ellesmere Food Share is providing food and toiletries to those in need
  • The Shrewsbury Ark is helping homeless people access laundry facilities, hot showers, warm meals, and toiletries
  • Shrewsbury Food Hub is supplying surplus food to schools for breakfast clubs and break-time snacks

Carole Moreton – Funding and Grants team lead, at Community Resource highlights the difference this grant can make to our communities.

“This funding is helping organisations respond directly to the needs of their communities. Keeping people in your communities fed, warm and supported during the toughest months of the year.”

Applications are open to voluntary and community organisations based in or delivering services to Shropshire residents (excluding Telford and Wrekin). Organisations may submit one application per year, and applications will be reviewed every two weeks until all funds are allocated.

Deadline for applications: Midnight on 30 November 2025

To apply or find out more, visit community-resource.org.uk/grants-for-community-groups, call 01743 360641, or email enquiries@community-resource.org.uk.

This grant is funded by the Department for Work and Pensions and delivered locally through Shropshire Council’s Household Support Fund 7 and Community Resource.

Community Resource is a charity that is committed to making life better for people and communities facing challenges in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. We help people to maintain their health and independence, give grants to those in need and work with local groups so they can help their own communities to thrive.