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Norfolk County Council announces new Crisis and Resilience Fund

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10 Mar, 2026by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

Norfolk County Council has announced a new Crisis and Resilience Fund, which will begin in April 2026 and aims to provide support for residents facing financial hardship while also helping people build longer-term financial stability.

What the new fund will do

The Crisis and Resilience Fund is designed to offer both immediate help during a crisis and longer-term support to help people avoid financial difficulties in the future.

Support may include:

  • Help during a financial emergency
  • Advice on budgeting and managing money
  • Debt guidance and financial advice
  • Digital support and help accessing services
  • Referrals to other organisations that can provide specialist support
 

The aim is to make sure residents receive quick help when they need it, while also giving them the tools and support to improve their financial situation over time.

Investment in the voluntary and community sector

A key part of the programme is investment in local organisations that already support people in the community.

The council plans to invest £3.25 million in the voluntary sector, enabling charities and community groups to deliver outreach services, advice and tailored support to people who need it most.

This recognises the important role that local charities and community organisations play in reaching residents and helping them access the right support.

Connecting people to employment support

The fund will also work alongside employment and skills programmes across Norfolk.

People who are facing redundancy or barriers to employment may be able to access additional help, including advice, training opportunities, and support with CVs and interviews.

By linking crisis support with employment and financial advice services, the council hopes to reduce repeat financial crises and help residents build long-term stability.

When the fund will begin

The Crisis and Resilience Fund is expected to launch in April 2026, with more details being shared with local partners, schools and community organisations ahead of the launch.

Read more about the fund and how it is going to support households in rural communities who rely on heating oil here.