B&Q Foundation Offers Grants for Home Starter Kits

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One-off grants are available for UK registered charities who are providing home-starter packs for people in need to move into their home.

The funding is intended for UK charities working to improve the lives of people in need by supporting projects that make homes safe, welcoming, and comfortable.

Grants support home starter kits to help individuals and families facing homelessness, domestic abuse, disabilities, illness, or financial hardship to feel more settled and supported in their living spaces.

Grants of up to £10,000 are available for kits, with a maximum allocation of £500 per kit. Kits to be delivered within 12 months.

The grants can support:

  • Small electrical appliances e.g. microwaves, TV.

  • White goods.

  • Decoration e.g. pictures, throws, etc.

  • Furniture

  • Bedding

  • Cleaning items, DIY tools

  • Flooring, Paint

  • Kitchen utensils

  • Storage

  • Home retailer gift cards

  • Curtains/blinds

  • Lighting fixtures/lamps

  • Safety items, eg, smoke alarms

  • Gardening tools, plants, outdoor furniture

  • Basic home repair materials

  • Laundry essentials, eg, drying racks, baskets.

There are four application windows in 2026.

The first deadline for applications is 20 February 2026. For more information, please visit B&Q Foundation 2026- Home Starter Kits | Neighbourly