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Financial Assistance

Everything you need to know about applying to us for financial assistance.

We receive a high volume of applications, all of which are carefully reviewed to assess urgency. We may contact you if further information is needed, and applications are allocated to a caseworker as capacity allows.

To check the status of your application, please log into your portal account.

Help to get back on your feet

If you’re a current, former or retired civil servant or a dependant of one, and you’re facing unexpected costs you can’t cover, we may be able to help.

Please note that we are not a crisis service as applications take time to process and action.

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What you need to know before you apply

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Am I eligible?

We support current former and retired civil servants and their dependants.

Am I eligible?
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What if I have savings?

Your savings or capital cannot exceed £6,000. Here’s what this means.

Will you help me if I have savings?
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What do you cover?

Our financial assistance is for unexpected costs. Here’s some examples.

What we can and can’t help with

Making an application

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How to apply

If you are ready to make an application, start here.

You’ll need to have copies of documents and financial information to hand.

How to apply for help 
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Help with the portal

You’ll use our online portal to make and manage your application. If you’ve lost your password or can’t log in, here’s some help.

Help with the portal

What to do in a crisis

Charity for Civil Servants is not a crisis support charity. If you are in an emergency situation, here are some organisations that can help.

What to do in a crisis

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