Grants to relieve hardship
The Bengough, Vachers, Duchess of Somerset and Dickinson funds are aimed at helping women and men in the London Borough of the City of Westminster. These grants are given in the form of small one off awards of up to £500 to individuals who are on low incomes and require white goods and other basic items to set up new tenancies or in hardship. Applications should be forwarded by referring agencies rather than individuals. Contact the Grants Officer (grants@westminsteralmshouses.com) for an application form. Decisions are usually made within 10 working days but can be longer at busy times or when additional information is requested.
Applications from organisations for larger grants will also be considered if the purpose of the grant is to break down social isolation in Westminster. We do not fund projects where the organisations in question have significant financial reserves. Applications are made by contacting the Clerk initially (clerk@westminsteralmshouses.com). Large grants to organisations are considered by the Grants Committee, which meets 4 times a year.