How to apply
When to apply
We accept applications from 1 October 2010
- Decisions released within four to six weeks of application (longer for incomplete applications)
- A further two weeks may be needed for funds to be released
- Please note applications received between May and July will be paid out in September 20011
- Contact changing.lives@crisis.org.uk for more information
Deadline for grants paid out September 2011 is 15 July
- Deadline for applications: 12 noon 16 July
- All applications need to be complete, and with Crisis by the deadline
- When applying for course fees please state course start date in application
- Applications for Self-employment or Into Employment grants will also be accepted but funding could be prioritised for Education grants
- Contact changing.lives@crisis.org.uk
Application forms
The Education Grant
This grant is for those applying for training courses, educational qualifications or equipment for courses.
The Self-employment Grant
For those applying to set up or maintain a small business and who need business tools, equipment and materials.
- Download the application form
- Download the information pack
- Download the self-employment guide
- Advice for self-employment applicants
Are you actively looking for work?
We also offer an Into Employment Grant
Applicants can apply for this grant only if actively looking for work in a trade they already have some experience in. Application forms are available when the round is open by emailing changing.lives@crisis.org.uk.
Applying for a second grant
- More information on second grants
- If you know you are eligible, please email us changing.lives@crisis.org.uk
Having difficulties downloading the documents?
If the round is currently open and you are having difficulties downloading the PDF documents, please either contact us at changing.lives@crisis.org.uk to request a form in the post or alternatively see Adobe site to download the correct PDF software.

