GroceryAid

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groceryaid.org.uk

About GroceryAid

GroceryAid is an independent UK charity established in 1857, originally as the National Grocers Benevolent Fund. It supports current and former grocery industry workers and their dependants across production, logistics, retail, supply chains, and off-licences. Its mission is to alleviate distress, social isolation, and wellbeing challenges through practical, emotional, and financial aid, guided by values of confidentiality, compassion, and inclusivity for all sector colleagues regardless of role or tenure. The charity provides non-repayable grants for crisis relief, cost-of-living support, and school essentials, alongside a 24/7 helpline and partnerships for counselling, debt, and legal guidance on issues such as bereavement, redundancy, and abuse. Its funding is exclusively for direct individual aid and operates nationwide across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

What GroceryAid funds

GroceryAid funds crisis relief covering rent arrears, funeral costs, and medical expenses; cost-of-living aid; and school essentials for children. They also offer emotional and practical support through a 24/7 helpline, online advice, and partnerships for counselling, debt management, and legal guidance, addressing issues like bereavement, redundancy, and abuse. All funding is for individuals rather than organisations, and is available to those within the UK grocery sector and their dependants across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Who can apply

Any individual with a history of work in the UK grocery industry—including production, logistics, retail, supply chains, and off-licences—may be eligible, along with their close dependants such as partners and children. There is no minimum service requirement. Beneficiaries must be UK-based. Organisations, including charities and businesses, are not eligible to apply; support is strictly for individuals facing hardship.

What GroceryAid doesn't fund

GroceryAid does not fund organisations, projects, core costs, or capital expenditure. Their focus is solely on direct individual aid, so they do not support any form of organisational or programme funding. This includes grants for equipment, buildings, or general running costs.

How they like to fund

GroceryAid provides non-repayable grants for crisis relief, cost-of-living support, and essential items. Support is needs-assessed and delivered directly to individuals. They also operate a 24/7 helpline and online advice services in partnership with specialist organisations for counselling, debt, and legal guidance. The charity does not welcome unsolicited approaches from organisations, as their funding is exclusively for individuals.

How much does GroceryAid give?

Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches GroceryAid’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.

Deadlines & timelines

When to apply, and how long their decisions take.

Your specific fit

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Focus areas

Poverty & hardshipMental health

How to apply to GroceryAid

GroceryAid does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.

A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).

What you can do here

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does GroceryAid provide?

Grant amounts vary. Contact GroceryAid directly for current funding levels.

Where does GroceryAid fund charities?

GroceryAid funds charities operating in the UK.

Does GroceryAid accept unsolicited applications?

GroceryAid does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from GroceryAid?

GroceryAid does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.