British Charitable Society
Address
P.O. Box 2566
Westwood, MA 02090
(888) 808-4895
Description:
The Mission of the British Charitable Society is to provide relief to unfortunate British persons who by the dispensations of Providence may be reduced to poverty, or as emigrants, destitute of information, require the aid of such an institution.
The Society raises the funds to fulfill its mission by presenting a range of high quality and highly entertaining events with a distinctly 'British' flavor, which appeal both to its increasingly diverse membership and to corporate sponsors and partners.
Emergency Care; the payment of outstanding utility bills or overdue rent on a one-time basis
Transitional Support; a small monthly stipend to help with expenses during a temporary downturn in income (usually not exceeding 6 months )
Crisis Transportation; Airfare to the UK for emergencies or permanent resettlement, or to cover car repairs if needed for work
Services
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Description
The Mission of the British Charitable Society is to provide relief to unfortunate British persons who by the dispensations of Providence may be reduced to poverty, or as emigrants, destitute of information, require the aid of such an institution. The Society raises the funds to fulfill its mission by presenting a range of high quality and highly entertaining events with a distinctly 'British' flavor, which appeal both to its increasingly diverse membership and to corporate sponsors and partners. Emergency Care: the payment of outstanding utility bills or overdue rent on a one-time basis Transitional Support: a small monthly stipend to help with expenses during a temporary downturn in income (usually not exceeding 6 months ) Crisis Transportation: Airfare to the UK for emergencies or permanent resettlement, or to cover car repairs if needed for work
Availability
Assistance is generally restricted to: A short-term, generally not exceeding six months, An average amount of between $500 and $1,500, Payments will normally go to a vendor of goods or services and not directly to the applicant.
Hours
24/7 - Volunteer basis. Email is best method of contact.
Required Documents
Person must have a valid U.K passport or have at least one parent who is British
Eligibility
To be considered for assistance, a person must be: British, holding a passport of the United Kingdom or its dependencies or a child of such a person, and a resident in one of the six New England states.
Fees
No fees for assistance.
Intake Procedure
Application for relief available online
Service Area
All of New England
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
The Mission of the British Charitable Society is to provide relief to unfortunate British persons who by the dispensations of Providence may be reduced to poverty, or as emigrants, destitute of information, require the aid of such an institution. The Society raises the funds to fulfill its mission by presenting a range of high quality and highly entertaining events with a distinctly 'British' flavor, which appeal both to its increasingly diverse membership and to corporate sponsors and partners. Emergency Care: the payment of outstanding utility bills or overdue rent on a one-time basis Transitional Support: a small monthly stipend to help with expenses during a temporary downturn in income (usually not exceeding 6 months ) Crisis Transportation: Airfare to the UK for emergencies or permanent resettlement, or to cover car repairs if needed for work
Availability
Assistance is generally restricted to: A short-term, generally not exceeding six months, An average amount of between $500 and $1,500, Payments will normally go to a vendor of goods or services and not directly to the applicant.
Hours
24/7 - Volunteer basis. Email is best method of contact.
Required Documents
Person must have a valid U.K passport or have at least one parent who is British
Eligibility
To be considered for assistance, a person must be: British, holding a passport of the United Kingdom or its dependencies or a child of such a person, and a resident in one of the six New England states.
Fees
No fees for assistance.
Intake Procedure
Application for relief available online
Service Area
All of New England
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
24/7
Intake Process:
Volunteer basis so mail is best method of contact. Application for assistance available online. Anyone may join, donate, or attend an event.
Program Fees:
Annual Membership: Friends: $100
Patron: $400
President's Circle: $1,500
Benefactor: $5,000
Corporate: starting at $1,000
Eligibility:
To be considered for assistance, you must be: British, holding a passport of the United Kingdom or its dependencies or a child of such a person, and a resident in one of the six New England states.
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
March 5, 2022
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Year Incorporated:
1816
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Description
The Mission of the British Charitable Society is to provide relief to unfortunate British persons who by the dispensations of Providence may be reduced to poverty, or as emigrants, destitute of information, require the aid of such an institution. The Society raises the funds to fulfill its mission by presenting a range of high quality and highly entertaining events with a distinctly 'British' flavor, which appeal both to its increasingly diverse membership and to corporate sponsors and partners. Emergency Care: the payment of outstanding utility bills or overdue rent on a one-time basis Transitional Support: a small monthly stipend to help with expenses during a temporary downturn in income (usually not exceeding 6 months ) Crisis Transportation: Airfare to the UK for emergencies or permanent resettlement, or to cover car repairs if needed for work
Availability
Assistance is generally restricted to: A short-term, generally not exceeding six months, An average amount of between $500 and $1,500, Payments will normally go to a vendor of goods or services and not directly to the applicant.
Hours
24/7 - Volunteer basis. Email is best method of contact.
Required Documents
Person must have a valid U.K passport or have at least one parent who is British
Eligibility
To be considered for assistance, a person must be: British, holding a passport of the United Kingdom or its dependencies or a child of such a person, and a resident in one of the six New England states.
Fees
No fees for assistance.
Intake Procedure
Application for relief available online
Service Area
All of New England
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
The Mission of the British Charitable Society is to provide relief to unfortunate British persons who by the dispensations of Providence may be reduced to poverty, or as emigrants, destitute of information, require the aid of such an institution. The Society raises the funds to fulfill its mission by presenting a range of high quality and highly entertaining events with a distinctly 'British' flavor, which appeal both to its increasingly diverse membership and to corporate sponsors and partners. Emergency Care: the payment of outstanding utility bills or overdue rent on a one-time basis Transitional Support: a small monthly stipend to help with expenses during a temporary downturn in income (usually not exceeding 6 months ) Crisis Transportation: Airfare to the UK for emergencies or permanent resettlement, or to cover car repairs if needed for work
Availability
Assistance is generally restricted to: A short-term, generally not exceeding six months, An average amount of between $500 and $1,500, Payments will normally go to a vendor of goods or services and not directly to the applicant.
Hours
24/7 - Volunteer basis. Email is best method of contact.
Required Documents
Person must have a valid U.K passport or have at least one parent who is British
Eligibility
To be considered for assistance, a person must be: British, holding a passport of the United Kingdom or its dependencies or a child of such a person, and a resident in one of the six New England states.
Fees
No fees for assistance.
Intake Procedure
Application for relief available online
Service Area
All of New England
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
P.O. Box 2566
Westwood, MA 02090
Mailing
P.O. Box 2566
Westwood, MA 02090
Contacts
Charles Platt
Primary Contact
President
General Email
Jaqueline Greenlaw
Relief Committee Member
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(888) 808-4895
Fax
(888) 808-4895
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