Household Support Fund

Last updated: 16 April 2025

Round six of the Household Support Fund has now closed. The Government has made available a further £9,631,345 available to Lincolnshire over the 12-month period from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 .

As with earlier rounds, we are currently working with Lincolnshire County Council to decide how the funding can be most effectively targeted to the Lincolnshire residents most in need, in line with government guidance.

Further details will be published by Lincolnshire County Council once finalised.

The current Household Support Fund scheme is now closed for applications.

Lincolnshire Community Foundation have administered the scheme for East Lindsey.

Households in financial hardship were able to apply for vouchers to help with food, clothes or other essentials.

Priority has been given to low-income households who are in the highest need of support.

The Household Support Fund team can be contacted at hsf@lincolnshirecf.co.uk or 01529 572575

Where can I get help to reduce my energy bills and keep warm this winter?

Age UK Lincoln & South Lincolnshire  offer support to older people in South Holland. They offer free, impartial and confidential information and advice. 

The Age UK team can be contacted on 03455 564 144

Find out what other support is available to help at the Cost of Living Support Hub

The Lincolnshire Holiday Food and Activity programme is available for children eligible for benefits-related free school meals.

If you are in need of an emergency food parcel, please contact your local food bank or community larder who may be able to help.

If you are finding it difficult to manage at this difficult time, please remember Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire offer free, confidential and impartial advice to everyone to find a way forward whatever problem they may face. So please call their advice line on 0808 278 7996