We help people working, or who have previously worked in the print, paper, packaging, publishing, and graphic arts sectors.
Contact us for practical, emotional, and financial support.
Anyone can receive practical and emotional support. You can apply for financial support if you are facing hardship
- Applicants will be asked to complete a financial assessment
- Typically, you’ll have worked in the above sectors or the allied trades for at least 3 years’ or be a dependant of someone who has
- Emergency support may be available for those with less service
Help could include:
Mobility support
Wellbeing
Household goods
Bereavement support
Housing & home repairs
White goods
Case Study
“The charity initially helped me with a one-off grant to buy white goods. That was a real boost and showed me that the world is a much better place than I thought it was. I’m no longer broken and the charity’s ongoing help has been invaluable.”
Gerald, Beneficiary
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