Government support ↗
Explore published UK benefits guidance and support from public authorities. Confirm eligibility with the official provider.
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Explore benefits, financial help, charitable support and practical guidance for people and families in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
PublicHelp is independent and is not a UK government service. Information is general; only the relevant provider can confirm eligibility. Our catalogue is growing and may not cover every programme.
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Charity grants ↗
Search published charitable programmes, application routes and source links. Not all organisations offer individual grants.
Royal charities ↗
Discover charities with documented royal connections. Royal patronage does not guarantee financial help.
44 calculators ↗
Plan household budgets, housing costs, savings and other everyday finances. Results are indicative.
Support around your life
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Family & children ↗
Support for parents, childcare, pregnancy, children and family life.
Housing & energy ↗
Help with housing costs, council tax, energy bills and home improvements.
Income & living costs ↗
Benefits, cost-of-living support, emergency help and essential expenses.
Work & skills ↗
Help with work, unemployment, training, apprenticeships and career changes.
Health, disability & care ↗
Health costs, disability support, caring responsibilities and independent living.
Education & young people ↗
Study costs, student support, school assistance and help for young people.
Travel & mobility ↗
Public transport concessions, accessible travel and mobility support.
Older people & pensions ↗
State Pension guidance, later-life support, care and help at home.
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Our guides explain common support routes in plain English. Always refer to the relevant official organisation or charity for the most up-to-date conditions.
Checking Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance ↗
Pension Credit supports eligible people over State Pension age on a low income; Attendance Allowance addresses certain personal care or supervision needs.
Applying for concessionary bus travel in England ↗
Older residents and qualifying disabled people can use separate concessionary bus pass application routes. Local authorities administer applications.
Help with school meals and education costs in England ↗
Support may include free school meals and the 16 to 19 Bursary Fund for eligible students. These arrangements involve schools, colleges or…
Independent information. Practical next steps.
Check the geographical coverage, eligibility conditions, application deadlines and the provider’s official website before you apply. PublicHelp does not make benefit decisions, approve grants or act on behalf of public authorities.