The Household Support Fund is funded by the UK Government. Household support fund has been renewed for another year, running from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.
Who the Household Support Fund is for
The Household Support Fund is for anyone who is struggling with the cost of living and paying for essentials. Through the fund, you may be able to get help with food, energy bills and essential items, as well as Information advice and guidance on debt, benefits, employment.
Support available from the fund
Cost of Living Support Hubs
We have set up Cost of Living Support Hubs across Peterborough with our community partners. They are for any resident in our city struggling with the cost of living.
All hubs offer food support. Many of them also offer social activities and can help with essential items.
Holiday Voucher Scheme
If you have children, your family could be eligible for supermarket vouchers during the school holidays.
Visit our Holiday Voucher Scheme page for more information.
Household Support Fund Privacy Notice
This notice covers how we will collect and use personal data in respect of the Household Support Fund. For more information, visit our Corporate Privacy Notice page.
Further support with the cost of living
Visit our Cost of Living Support page to find information on:
- Other energy schemes outside of the Household Support Fund
- The Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) Programme
- Benefits you may be entitled to
- Which organisations can help you with financial and debt advice
- Food banks
- Help with online connectivity