Surviving Winter Appeal
8th December 2025
This Winter, Essex’s Most Vulnerable Need Your Help
As winter draws near, many older and vulnerable people in Essex may have to choose between heating their homes and putting food on the table. It’s a choice no one should have to make, and with your support, they won’t have to.
Since 2011, the ECF Surviving Winter Appeal has raised nearly £106,855 for local charities, helping vulnerable people stay safe, warm, and well. This year we have launched the Appeal again to raise vital funds for those who need extra support during winter. Your donation will help provide:
- Grants to cover fuel and food costs
- Activities to reduce loneliness and isolation
- Access to specialist services and community groups
Perry Norton, Head of Development at ECF, says:
“No one should have to choose between heating their home or putting food on the table. Every donation to the Surviving Winter Appeal helps vulnerable people in Essex stay warm, nourished, and connected with their community during the coldest months of the year. Together, we can make a real difference.”
In previous years, your generosity has helped provide:
- Winter clothing packs for those in need
- Lunch clubs offering warmth, companionship, and a hot meal
- Extra beds for homeless charities during the coldest months
How you can help:
- Donate your Winter Fuel Payment or Energy Rebate if you don’t need it
- Make a one-off donation or set up a regular monthly gift
- Send a cheque to: Essex Community Foundation, 3 Hoffmanns Way, Chelmsford, CM1 1GU
- Call 01245 355947 for questions or alternative ways to give
Give today and help Essex’s most vulnerable stay warm, fed, and connected this winter.