Industry charity NewstrAid has announced the launch of a new Back to School grant, providing financial support to eligible families working in the newspaper and magazine industry ahead of the new academic year.
The charity is offering grants of up to £500 per school-age child to help cover the increasing cost of essential items, including uniforms, stationery, books, school equipment, kits and IT devices.
Applications open today (20 July) and close on 28 August, giving families the opportunity to apply during the summer holidays.
The grant is available to people who currently work, or have previously worked, in newspaper and magazine sales, circulation or distribution for a minimum of two years. Applicants must also meet a number of financial and eligibility criteria, including receipt of qualifying state benefits.
Applicants will be required to complete an application form and provide supporting documentation, including proof of their newstrade connection and evidence of benefits entitlement.
Frankie Gabbani-Stokeld, acting welfare manager, said: “With the cost of preparing children for the new school year continuing to place pressure on household budgets, the grant aims to ease some of the financial burden faced by families across the newstrade.”
For more information about the grant and details of how to apply, visit NewstrAid’s website or contact its welfare team on 0800 917 8616.
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