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What date do I have to get my grant request in by?

The Trust accepts grant requests all year round and these are considered by the Trust at its next meeting. The Trust meets 4 times a year, usually in:

  • March/April
  • June
  • September
  • November/December.

The Trust may provide grants to help with these types of expenses:

  • house repairs, such as repairs to the roof, plumbing or electrical wiring, or replacing fences in disrepair
  • buying and/or installing home heating or insulation
  • buying practical household items, such as beds
  • house alterations needed for medical reasons
  • debt from unexpected circumstances, such as vehicle repairs
  • orthodontic or optometrist costs
  • travel, such as visiting a sick relative, or getting to hospital appointments.

Some educational expenses may be funded, such as books or fees to attend a school which supports children with a disability. The Trust is unlikely to assist with tertiary education or apprenticeship fees.

The Trustees may award a grant to cover expenses you have already paid for.