News
NOVEMBER 2009
Online Applications
From 6 November the Trust will once again be accepting online applications. Click here for details.
Postal Strike Information
Please be advised that the Peterborough area has been heavily affected by postal strikes with applications being delayed or going missing and this is having an impact on the amount of applications we are receiving.
If you have not received confirmation of receipt of the application within two weeks, please contact the Trust on 01733 421 021 or e-mail grantsunit@charisgrants.com
We strongly advise that applications are submitted by an alternative method. Preferably by completing the Trust's online application form or by emailing your application, attaching scanned supporting evidence. Click here for details.
Welcome
The British Gas Energy Trust, which incorporates the Scottish Gas Energy Trust*, is an independent Charitable Trust established in September 2004 which aims to contribute to the fight against poverty. Covering England, Scotland and Wales it is the first national utility Trust of its kind and will make a significant difference to those in need.
Grants are available to help individuals and families in need to meet arrears of energy charges and other household bills and costs (see Grants to Individuals). The Trust will also fund voluntary sector organisations to provide money and debt advice services (see Organisational Grants).
The Trust is overseen by a number of independent, unpaid Trustees and is managed on a day-to-day basis by Charis Grants Ltd, an organisation which has significant grant making experience. The Trust has already awarded over £5 million in grants to individuals.
Please click the following link to download the British Gas Energy Trust Annual Report 2008.
*The Scottish Gas Energy Trust is a registered charity registered under the name British Gas Energy Trust.