Better Futures Programme

Our £5 million Better Futures Programme supports individuals and the community, helping to reduce hardship and benefit people and places throughout the region.

This fund is in addition to the £200m customer support programme for customers. We are also committed to achieving zero water poverty.

The Better Futures Programme was announced in January 2025, more information will follow soon on eligibility and how to apply.

Hardship Funding

A helping hand in the form of a small grants programme to support individuals and families who suddenly find themselves in difficult financial circumstances. Find out more about financial help.

Community Funding

Funding of community groups that inspire physical activities, education, health and wellbeing and positive environmental outcomes - supporting the lives of people and places they love for generations to come.

Other community funds

As well as the Better Futures Programme, we offer other funds that benefit community groups and water-saving initiatives.

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Our Neighbourhood Fund

For projects run by not-for-profit organisations in our community that benefit both people and the environment. We’ve sponsored therapy sessions, bought equipment, and funded activities.

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Our Water-Saving Community Fund

For projects that will help save water whether that’s installing water butts, replacing toilets, landscaping a drought resistant garden or more.

Find out more

Our education officer

From water-efficiency to what we shouldn’t be flushing down the loo, our fun suite of activities and lessons have fascinated pupils across the region.

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