The Aberdeen Cash First Flexible Crisis Fund has now formally closed.
Co-designed by ACVO and seven partner organisations in Aberdeen, the fund provided financial assistance and person-centred support to 157 single males aged 18 to 45 who were in receipt of Universal Credit and presenting at food banks in crisis between November 2024 until December 2025.
The fund aimed to reduce foodbank reliance, promote choice and dignity, and improve access to wrap-around support. At closure monitoring data showed significant outcomes: foodbank use among recipients had fallen by 92%, with 78% had not returned to a food bank since receiving Cash First funding.
The Cash First Project will continue to monitor and evaluate the impact until the end of the Scottish Government Pilot period in March 2026.
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If you wish to discuss further or have any questions, please do not hesitate in contacting me. amy.duncan@acvo.org.uk