Bolton’s Fund - Household Support
Harmony Youth Project
With the Household Support Fund grant, the group successfully supported 279 households.
- Families were provided with shopping vouchers, giving them the flexibility to purchase food and hygiene items according to their specific needs.
- The group also expanded their food and hygiene bank, increasing stock levels to ensure families had access to essential supplies such as food, baby products, and toiletries.
- They offered energy top-ups to households struggling with rising utility costs, ensuring they had electricity during the colder months.
- Additionally, the project provided rent arrears support for families at risk of eviction, helping them clear arrears and stabilise their housing situations.
Food and hygiene distribution sessions took place every Tuesday and Thursday at their community centre. Energy top-ups were provided through a simple application process, allowing households to maintain heating and electricity. Rent arrears support was offered by appointment, both in person and via phone, to provide families with tailored advice and solutions.
5 volunteers provided 84 hours of support.
"This project has been a lifesaver for my family. The food vouchers helped us get through the toughest months, and the energy support meant we didn’t have to choose between heating our home and buying groceries. I’m so grateful for the help and the understanding I received”. Quote from a single parent.
For more information on the Harmony Youth Project click here - https://harmonyyouthproject.co.uk
Breightmet Community Group
Breightmet Community Group have made a significant difference in the lives of families in Bolton by providing much-needed school uniform items through their Community Locker project. 951 people benefitted from the grant.
- Families either visited their weekly 'store' opening or were referred to the group by local agencies like schools, social workers, and other support services to reach a wider group of families.
- The group also offered appointments to ensure everyone had access to the resources they needed.
- The group extended their support to children with disabilities. Many of these children needed specific items to ensure they could access their education fully and comfortably, and the group were able to meet those needs with the help of the grant.
- The funding allowed the group to be flexible, responsive, and inclusive, ensuring that no child was left behind due to a lack of uniform or essential supplies.
- The grant has been a game-changer for families who would otherwise struggle with the costs of school uniforms, particularly during the back-to-school period.
5 volunteers provided 45 hours of support.
“I have 6 children with 5 of them still in school. I couldn't believe how much I managed to get for them! I will definitely recommend the Community Locker to my friends and family”
For more information on Breightmet Community Group visit: https://www.facebook.com/BreightmetCommunityGroup/?locale=en_GB
For more information on funding via Bolton CVS visit: Grants Managed by Bolton CVS - Bolton CVS