Funerals

Funerals

The trustees will consider applications from widows, widowers or dependents for a grant towards the cost of funeral expenses up to £2,500. 

 

You will be required to provide the following with your grant application form:

  • confirmation of having contacted the Department for Work & Pensions to establish eligibility for any of the bereavement benefits that may be available.
  • copy of the invoice from the funeral directors

The easiest way to claim a Funeral Expenses Payment or any other bereavement benefits you may be entitled to is by phone. The number is 0800 7310469

 

Application forms

If you wish to apply for a grant, you can download the printable application form by clicking the relevant link below:

 

Funeral Grant form