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Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF)

Apply for a crisis payment

Crisis payments are for people who need urgent help because of a financial crisis.

How  to apply

Before you start, check what information you'll need to provide.

You can apply online:

Apply for CRF (crisis payment)

What happens next

We aim to make a decision within 48 hours once you have given us all the information we need.

How we provide crisis support

We may provide support as:

  • a payment into your bank account
  • a foodbank voucher
  • energy vouchers, if you're on a pre-payment meter
  • white goods or essential furniture