Crisis grants and foodbanks
Crisis grants
If you are without money for essential items such as food and fuel you could apply for a Crisis Grant. To apply please call
0131 529 5299
Be prepared for a wait as the service is very busy at present.
Turn2Us can provide help with grants and have a fund specifically for people in Edinburgh
Crisis Edinburgh can support people who are homeless or in unsettled accommodation.
Foodbanks
There are multiple foodbanks around Edinburgh. Each has its own referral arrangements.
Find a Trussel Trust foodbank.
There are also multiple sources of free food noted on this Google documents list
Edinburgh Council’s Scottish Welfare Fund can also refer to some foodbanks. Call
0131 529 5299