People Support Hub:
Financial Support and Guidance
This section of the EDI hub connects individuals and businesses with essential financial support and guidance to navigate various economic challenges and opportunities. From tailored advice on business growth and farming support to resources for retirement planning and career development, these tools provide clear, accessible assistance for all financial stages. Additionally, information on available grants and bursaries is included to help individuals enter the industry, offering crucial support for young professionals and career changers. Whether seeking financial aid for families, specific industries, or looking to advance careers, this hub offers comprehensive resources to support diverse financial needs.
| Organisation | What they offer | |
|---|---|---|
 | Equal Measures Equal Measures promotes equity in the hospitality industry by offering support, mentorship, and EDI services like training and workshops to help individuals and businesses. They provide educational resources on the Equalities Act, diversity, and safeguarding, alongside policy templates and community events to create a more inclusive environment. | Advice, Dictionary of key terms, Education material, Events, Grants/ Bursaries, Mentorship, Networking, Policy templates, Training - short term |
 | Gérard Basset Foundation The Gérard Basset Foundation promotes diversity and inclusion in the wine and hospitality industries by offering scholarships, bursaries, and educational support to underrepresented groups. It also facilitates networking opportunities, provides mentorship programmes, and creates support groups to help individuals access opportunities and advance their careers in these sectors. | Grants/ Bursaries, Higher education, Networking, Scholarships, Support groups |
 | Hospitality Action Hospitality Action is a charity that supports current and former hospitality workers facing financial, mental health, and personal challenges. They provide emergency assistance, financial grants, 24-hour helplines, and information on available resources. The charity also facilitates support groups and offers both short-term training, such as mental health first aid, and longer-term programmes like trauma support | Advice, Education material, Emergency support, Grants/ Bursaries, Helplines, Information, Support groups, Training - short term, Training - long term, Wellbeing services |
 | The Farming Community Network (FCN) Farming Community Network (FCN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting farmers and their families during difficult times. They provide a range of farm-specific assistance, with helplines available for immediate, personal support from 7 AM to 11 PM every day of the year. | Advice, Emergency support, Helplines, Support groups, Training - one off, Training - short term, Training - long term, Wellbeing services, Difficult conversations workshop |
 | Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) supports farming communities in England and Wales by providing practical, financial, and emotional assistance. Their services include short-term monetary grants for personal and financial crises, such as food, utility bills, and essential home repairs, as well as expert advice on welfare, housing, and debt relief. RABI also offers a 24/7 helpline, mental health counseling, online support, and tailored one-to-one assistance, while collaborating with other services to meet a broad range of needs. Additionally, they provide team training to recognize mental health signs and support others effectively. | Advice, Emergency support, Grants/ Bursaries, Helplines, Information, Support groups, Training - short term, Councselling support, Financial support |
 | The Royal Countryside Fund The Royal Countryside Fund is a UK charity dedicated to supporting family farms and rural communities for sustainability and resilience. Key initiatives include the Farm Resilience Programme, which offers business skills training, financial support, and young people's entry into farming. PCF provides workshops on topics like soil management, biodiversity, carbon management, financial planning, and mental health, while also promoting succession planning for the next generation of farmers. | Advice, Emergency support, Grants/ Bursaries, Information, Community support |
 | The Savoy Educational Trust The Savoy Educational Trust provides financial support and grants to individuals pursuing education and training in the hospitality industry, aiming to foster career development and industry expertise. It also supports access to higher education, offers financial aid to hospitality charities, and funds programmes run by industry companies to educate and train young people. | Grants and Bursaries, Financial support for individuals to access education |
 | The Licensed Trade Charity Licensed Trade Charity (LTC) provides comprehensive support for individuals in the UK licensed drinks trade, both current and retired. Their services include financial grants, mental health support through a free 24/7 helpline, housing assistance, and education funding. LTC also offers counseling, critical incident support, a benefits calculator, debt advice, legal support, and resources for physical health and employment, along with a resource hub for additional support materials. | Advice, Education material, Grants/ Bursaries, Helplines, Higher education, Legal support, Toolkits, Wellbeing services, Financial support, Counselling support |
 | Perennial Perennial supports individuals in the UK horticultural industry, including those in viticulture, by addressing financial, health, and personal challenges. Their services include career advice, a 24/7 money management tool, health tips, a free well-being platform, and legal support. They also offer financial assistance through grants and debt advice, along with practical help for housing and education. A resource hub provides support packs and social media assets to further assist those in need. | Advice, Emergency support, Grants/ Bursaries, Information, Legal support, Support groups, Toolkits, Training - short term, Wellbeing services, Employment support: finding work, building CVs, interview prep |
 | Disability Rights UK Disability Rights UK aims to create equal opportunities for disabled individuals in the UK by providing support and resources to address workplace discrimination and employment challenges. They also offer housing support, including assistance with heating, utilities, and housing grants, along with a comprehensive resource index for disability-related issues. | Advice, Education material, Information, Legal support, Student support |
 | The Drinks Trust The Drinks Trust is a charity supporting individuals in the wine, spirits, and beverage sectors by offering financial assistance, emergency grants, and mental health and wellbeing services, including counselling. It also provides training programmes for career development, skills enhancement, and hosts events and networking opportunities to foster industry connections. | Advice, Emergency support, Events, Grants/ Bursaries, Networking, Training - one off, Wellbeing services, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) |
 | The Henry Plumb Foundation The Henry Plumb Foundation supports rural communities and farming through grants and charitable activities aimed at improving rural life and promoting agriculture. It provides funding for business startups, internships, overseas exchanges, courses, events, and management training, with no prior farming background, agricultural experience, or academic requirements needed for eligibility. The foundation also emphasises access to education and personal professional development. | Grants/ Bursaries, Higher education, Mentorship, Work experience |
 | Only a pavement away Only a Pavement Away assists homeless individuals in securing employment within the hospitality sector, offering a pathway to stable jobs and housing. The organisation provides support for those concerned about someone sleeping rough through StreetLink, and offers opportunities for hospitality venues to hire individuals with experience of homelessness or prison. Both individuals seeking support and workplaces looking to make a difference can sign up, and OAPA also hosts various events and fundraising opportunities to further their mission. | Advice, Emergency support, Grants/ Bursaries, Helplines, Training - short term, Work experience |