Local Welfare Provision
If you’re struggling to cover essential living costs, like food, energy bills, or household items, the Shropshire Council Welfare Support Team may be able to help with short-term financial support.
This support is available through local schemes such as:
These funds are designed to help people in crisis, support families under pressure, and assist vulnerable residents to stay safe and settled in their communities.
Financial Support from Your Energy Provider
If you’re in debt with your energy supplier, you may be able to get help through a charitable grant to reduce or clear what you owe.
Many energy companies offer support funds for their customers. Here are some of the main ones:
*British Gas Energy Trust grants are available to everybody, you don’t need to be a British Gas customer to apply.
Financial Support from Charitable Organisations
If you’re facing financial difficulties, you might be eligible for a charitable grant. These grants are designed to help people in need, and you don’t have to pay them back. Charities offer support for a range of needs, including:
Each charity has its own criteria, so it’s worth checking what’s available based on your situation.
Free Advice and Services
Looking to make your money go further?
These free resources can help you:
Whether you’re just starting out or need a bit of extra support, there’s help available — and it won’t cost you a penny.
Age UK’s Warm Homes Programme
helps older people stay safe and well at home by providing free benefit entitlement checks, home energy checks, as well as advice on keeping warm and saving energy.
Money Saving Expert
is the UK’s biggest consumer website, run by TV personality Martin Lewis, offering advice and tips on the best ways to save money.
Mencap
provides support and advice to people with learning disabilities and their families or caregivers on accessing assistance for food and energy expenses.
Money Helper
is a government service that provides free and impartial money advice on benefits, money troubles, work and pensions.
Citizens Advice
is a national charity that provides guidance on benefits, employment, money, and energy-related issues.
National Energy Action
is a national charity that offers advice and support to people who are struggling to pay their energy bills.