Cost of living Crisis: Support
How can we help you, or others in your community, with the cost of living crisis?
Explore our initiatives below and please contact us if you need additional support or have any ideas about how we can help you to help others in your community.
Need to save money on energy bills?
Devon Communities Together is here to provide help and support to people via our fully trained Energy Champions, as part of the Energy Outreach Project.
I'd like to find out more about reducing my energy costs
do you rely on heating oil?
Devon Oil Collective could take the stress and hassle away from ordering your heating oil - and could help you get a cheaper price too.
i'd like to find out about ordering heating oil
Sharing food and reducing waste
We're working with Recycle Devon on establishing community fridges across Devon, which will provide free food for people as well as reducing food waste. Click the link below to find out more about this initiative and how you might be able to get involved.
tell me more about community fridges
Village halls and community buildings
We're here to help all of Devon's 400+ community buildings, including if you're thinking of setting up a community warm hub this winter. We're also undertaking an audit of as many halls as possible over the coming months to uncover what valuable services you're providing for your community and what support you need. Find out more and take part in the audit by clicking the link below.
I'd like help with my village hall
Grant funding available
DCT is currently administering two grant funds that could fund initiatives to support people during these challenging times.
1. Devon Emergency Resilience Fund - up to £1,500 to support the creation and implementation of Community Emergency Plans
support with preparing communities for winter weather and other emergencies
Devon Community Resilience Forum can help communities prepare for emergencies such as flooding, heavy snow, power cuts and more. Find out more below.