Community-Based Debt Advice (CBDA) Grant Scheme 2028-2033

The Community-Based Debt Advice Grant Scheme provides funding for organisations to deliver free debt advice in local communities. The scheme runs from 2028 to 2033 and aims to help people experiencing financial difficulty. Funding ranges from £8 million to £21 million in total. The deadline for applications is 5 June 2026. You can use the money to provide trusted, tailored debt advice services in your community. The scheme focuses on reaching people who might struggle to access help elsewhere. Services should be embedded within local communities and reflect local needs.

The CBDA grant scheme aims to ensure that people experiencing financial difficulty - particularly those most in need - can access trusted, free, and tailored community-based debt advice. The scheme is designed to reduce the impact of problem debt on individuals and communities, improve financial resilience and wellbeing, and strengthen local support networks. By embedding services within communities and leveraging trusted local networks, CBDA seeks to reach those who might otherwise struggle to access help, delivering advice in ways that reflect local needs and client preferences.