Leicester Indigent Old Age
Leicester Indigent Old Age Society makes grants to both individuals and projects in the city of Leicester.
Individuals – Grants can be made for a wide variety of needs to older people who are in need, hardship or distress. Applicants must live in the city of Leicester to be eligable for assistance. Due to pressure on funds help is only given once every two years unless there are exceptional circumstances. Applications should be made though Leicester Charity Link using their application form.
Projects - The Society can provide grants for charities and voluntary groups that operate in the city of Leicester and who assist older people that are in need, hardship or distress. Applications should be made in writing to The Clerk to the Trustees and include a copy of your most recent annual report and accounts. Applications should be forwarded to:
The Clerk to the Trustees
Leicester Indigent Old Age Society
20A Millstone Lane
Leicester
LE1 5JN
Rina and Zach were scared
Rina and Zach were desperate to escape the violence and threats they had experienced from Rina’s husband. Rina had been held hostage in her home and regularly beaten. A family member saw their plight and intervened so they could get away.
Over a six month period they had moved three times to protect themselves. Rina had been unable to go to work because of her injuries and was trying to survive on statutory sick pay. Rina and Zach found a safe place to live, but they had no furniture, beds, cooker or any household goods. Women’s Aid referred Rina and Zach to us for help.
We acted immediately and raised over £700 to purchase Rina and Zach the items that they desperately needed for their new home.
