Help for Individuals

Help with Living

We can make grants to residents of Market Harborough, Great and Little Bowden to help in times of difficulty.

Difficulties can come at any time through illness, disability, unemployment, or family problems.

This can mean the basics of life are not affordable even with Government assistance.

Here are some of the things we can provide:

  • White goods such as washing machines or fridges
  • Carpets and curtains
  • Furniture
  • Household equipment
  • Mobility aids including wheelchairs (not provided by the NHS)
  • Clothing and school uniforms

This list is not exclusive and other items/services are considered.  Unfortunately, we are not able to help with direct financial payments, debt repayment or retrospective payment for goods purchased.

The Charity will only consider ONE application from each household within a 12 month period.  If you have applied within the last 12 months the Charity will not normally be able to assist unless there are exceptional circumstances.

We wish to help those in need and would ask that your application for help is supported by a referrer such as a health professional, social worker, other care provider, housing association, Beacon Care (01858 456915) or Citizens Advice (0808 278 7854)

If you would like more information please phone us on 01858 419128 or email us.

Help with Education

We can make grants to residents of Market Harborough, Great and Little Bowden to help with the costs of education. 

Support is primarily aimed at students attending university or college and apprentices, with particular consideration given to those from lower-income households.

The Charity also supports postgraduate teacher training and NHS courses such as nursing and midwifery, while other postgraduate courses are considered only in exceptional circumstances.

The grants are designed to ease some of the financial pressures associated with education, helping students concentrate on their studies and develop the skills, confidence and experience they need for the future.  In 2026, the Charity awarded grants to 52 local students, totalling £64,300.

To find out more about eligibility, application dates and how to apply, please visit our Education Grants page.