Applications for the Household Support Fund BCP Council is now open. Contact Citizens Advice Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole to find out more.


Find out more and apply here:
The team can also offer additional support to help maximise your income, including practical budgeting and debt management support.
Vouchers will be offered to eligible residents in two rounds over the winter, with the second round opening for applications from Monday 13th January until Friday 21st February. The funds are limited compared to number of applications that are received, and grants are prioritised for the most vulnerable low-income households.
To be eligible:
- You must live in the BCP Council area
- You will be over the age of 16 and living independently of parents or carers
- You are struggling to pay for essentials because you don’t have enough money to pay for them
- You can provide the required proof of your identity, BCP Council residency and household financial information, including a summary for every person in your household not in full-time education. You may also be required to provide proof of income, such as a recent bank statement
Please note all residents can have a maximum of 2 successful applications from April 2024 to April 2025.