We appreciate that sometimes we all need a helping hand when times are tough or we experience unexpected financial pressures. This is why at Jewish Care Scotland we offer financial assistance in various ways. Reserved for the immediate relief of short-term financial pressures, made possible by the generous support of various trusts within the community.

We accept applications from anyone within the community who is experiencing financial hardship, all you have to do is call to discuss your situation with a member of our team.

be aware that as a charity we are duty bound to evidence that we are spending charity funds appropriately and as such access to the fund requires us to carry out an assessment of your financial situation. All assessments are strictly confidential and you are under no obligation to provide any financial information in relation to your income and expenditure, however please be aware that the success of your application may be affected if you do not supply the information required to make an informed decision.

JCS is aware of the additional costs that arise at certain times of the year, including Jewish holidays and even school holidays. We are pleased to have introduced specific grants that are available in the lead up to these times, to assist with the additional costs incurred. Keep an eye on our social media and news section for more information.

We offer flexible support for people experiencing food poverty by providing vouchers to purchase food and household essentials to meet individual needs while we support you to explore more sustainable options for ongoing support.

All enquiries and applications are treated with discretion and are completely confidential.

We offer one-off grants for people experiencing financial crisis, for example to help with unexpected costs like replacing essential household items. Applications are open all year. We also offer grans to ensure that everyone is able to take part in Jewish Festivals without money being a barrier. Applications for Festival grants open a few weeks before Festival dates.

Please note that grants for these types of assistance are subject to individual financial circumstances and you may be required to provide financial information. We accept applications from anyone within the community who is experiencing financial difficulty and endeavour to support you to find long-term, sustainable solutions.

With thanks to The Jewish Respite Fund, Community members can enjoy holidays, days out and respite from caring responsibilities, with support being means tested. The Phyllis Shulman Fund, established in memory of Phyllis Shulman and with thanks to the Trustees, enables Community members to apply for one off treats or to nominate an unsung hero, whether to thank a loved one for taking on caring responsibilities or to offer support during a difficult time. The Harris Kauffman Fund supports Community members to become more efficient in their current or future vocations, offering one off grants to further careers where finance might otherwise be a barrier, benefiting both individuals and the wider Jewish Community.

Please get in touch by calling 0141 620 1800 or by emailing hello@jcarescot.org.uk for a confidential discussion.