Home Office offers £600,000 to support Windrush compensation claimants
From 9 November 2026, community organisations can bid for a share of £600,000 to help people applying to the Windrush Compensation Scheme. Applications close on 4 December 2026.
Author: Thames Compass editorial teamPublished: 2 min read
The Home Office announced on 9 November 2026 a new funding round to support victims of the Windrush scandal. A total of £600,000 is available.
What the money is for
The money will go to trusted community organisations through the Windrush Compensation Advocacy Support Fund. The fund awards them grants so they can help people who need extra support with a claim under the Windrush Compensation Scheme.
According to the Home Office, advocates provide tailored, culturally sensitive help. They help people understand the process, explain what happened to them and gather the information needed for a claim. Support is available at every stage: from preparing a claim, through accepting a decision, to requesting a review.
Deadlines and rules
The fund launched in summer 2025 and is worth £1.5 million over three years. The current £600,000 covers the 2027-28 financial year, the third year of the fund. The Home Office says this stage reflects lessons from the first two years and feedback from the Windrush Commissioner and community organisations.
Applications are open from Monday 9 November 2026 until 5pm on Friday 4 December 2026. Two information sessions will also be held for interested organisations. Details and the application form are available on Find a Grant.
Who it affects
The funding is for organisations, not individuals. People affected by the scandal can, however, use the help offered by the organisations that receive grants.
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