Small grants are available to charities, housing associations, schools and social services providing support for individuals and families across the UK who are in financial need.

Grants of up to £2,000 are made to support individuals and families who have exhausted all other sources of funding and are struggling with everyday costs. In exceptional circumstances individual grants may exceed £500.

The grants can be used for costs such as basic living expenses, household items and utilities, work or education-related expenses or rent arrears.

The Foundation distributes both Zakat and Sadaqah funds. Sadaqah funds are available for all people of all faiths and none.  Zakat funds are only available for Muslim applicants.

Priority is given to the most financially excluded people, families over individuals, those with caring responsibilities, and to items that will make the most difference to the individual/family’s long-term future.

If you have already received a grant from the Foundation, they will be unable to give you another.

Applications can be made at any time and are assessed every six weeks.

For full details and to apply, visit the Cosaraf Foundation website.