Newham households can claim up to £50 per calendar month by providing proof of address.

New applicants can prove they live in Newham by sharing a photograph of a paper proof of address like a letter, statement or bill. The name on the bank account and on the proof of address must match.

Alternatively, we can send you a postcard with a unique identifying code. You can then provide this code to verify that you're living in Newham.

If you're having trouble with your proof of address, please email newhamsolidarityfund@gmail.com.

After you have submitted an application it will be checked by an administrator, usually within 24 hours. We will approve your expense or contact you if there are any problems. Our fiscal host, the Social Change Nest, pays out on approved expenses every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, usually around 5pm.

We prioritize applications from people who are new to the fund. If you have received from the fund 4 or more times in the past, your application will be considered from the 22nd of the month.

We welcome applications made by support organisations on behalf of Newham households. Please see this guidance and contact us with any queries.

Full terms and conditions

Instructions:
- How to apply using a computer (text)
- How to apply using a phone (text)
- How to apply using a computer (video)