Grants up to £5,000 for Harborough community groups helping people in winter
Community groups in Harborough and Lutterworth can apply for funding from National Grid Electricity Distribution as part of a drive to support households in Leicestershire this winter.
Money is available to support warm spaces and improve the energy efficiency of community buildings like village halls, that host them.
National Grid is looking to support groups that giving out items including blankets, insulated curtains and draught excluders; visiting isolated households to help people make their homes warmer and more energy efficient; and organisations helping people to switch tariffs, save energy and stay out of fuel poverty.
Individual grants of up to £5,000 are available for registered charities and non-profit organisations with applications open until 5pm on October 16.
Andlyn White, NGED’s social impact business partner, said: “As we head into winter, we recognise the important role community organisations play in supporting people through challenging circumstances which is why energy affordability continues to be a focus of our winter funding programme.
"By supporting organisations that are deeply connected to their local communities, we help ensure practical support reaches those who need it most."