Hardship help · Scotland

RSABI financial support and Help for Heating grants

Open all year Money and hardship help

Grants for people in Scottish agriculture who are struggling, towards essentials such as food, clothes and household goods, and towards heating.

From
RSABI
How much
Help for Heating grants are at least £400; essential-items grants are set by assessment.
Who can apply
People in Scottish agriculture who meet RSABI's disposable income and savings criteria.

What you’ll need

How to apply

  1. Call 0808 1234 555 or apply online; a case officer takes you through it

Heating applications may be delayed by up to three weeks over the festive period. RSABI also lists an annual payment and a business review service.

Official page Check if it fits my farm

Checked against the official pages on 29 October 2026. Sources: 1, 2. Always read the official page before you apply.