Learn more Continue Help For YouAbout usLatest NewsFAQs Grants Available Individuals and families can apply for grants to clear domestic gas and electricity debts.Before applying to the Trust you must get money or debt advice first. Struggling with the rising price of energy? Support is available. FIND LOCAL MONEY & ENERGY ADVICE APPLY FOR A GRANT Struggling with energy debt? If you’re struggling with debt it’s difficult to know where to turn, the British Gas Energy Trust would encourage you to contact your Local Money Advice Agency for help; click here to find your local advice centre or alternatively there is online debt & money information online at www.turn2us.org.uk , www.StepChange.org and on the Citizens Advice website. Our Grants Once you have sought advice, the British Gas Energy Trust may be able to provide a grant if you are struggling to pay off gas or electricity debt. Please note grants over £1,500 will only be considered in exceptional circumstances. As part of your application, we will want to understand how you will be able to manage your energy costs in future. This is why it’s so important to ensure you have sought professional money advice before applying, as there may be other routes which are more suitable for your situation. Our debt relief grants are available to both British Gas customers and customers of other energy suppliers. If you are struggling with domestic gas and electricity debts owed to British Gas or other suppliers you can apply for a grant from us to clear that debt. Please read the Who Can Apply section to ensure you are eligible to apply. The grants available and eligibility criteria may change from time to time so please check carefully before you apply. If you are ready, Apply Now. Fuel and Money Advice The Trust funds advice-giving organisations across England, Wales and Scotland which give free support and help people avoid the burden of energy debt, make informed choices and improve their money management skills. Find an advice centre local to you. British Gas Energy Trust is Registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation no 1179578 ©2021 British Gas Energy Trust. All Rights Reserved. Data Protection Policy Privacy Policy – Contact Privacy Policy – Customer Legitimate Interests Cookie Statement Complaints Policy