British Gas is urging customers to claim up to £750 to pay their energy bills as the cost of living crisis continues.
The energy provider's scheme is designed to help families shoulder the cost of sky-rocketing gas and electric bills.
British Gas customers can apply for grants of between £250 and £750 to write-off chunks of debt under the British Gas Energy Trust .
The energy firm says the average payout per grant so far has been £510.
British Gas is urging its customers to apply for the scheme as its new research found four out of every 10 households will struggle to pay their next energy bill.
The research found that more than a third (35%) of energy bill payers are “suffering in silence”, and attempting to hide their worries and concerns from those close to them.
This is leading to increased anxiety (65%), lower self-esteem (18%), insomnia (18%), and is having a negative impact on the relationships of those affected (16%).
Rapper and mental health campaigner Professor Green has added his voice to the British Gas campaign, even starring in a short film to promote the scheme.
He said: “As many people know, my parents weren’t around growing up and my grandmother raised me on an estate in Hackney.
"Money was tight, and there was always stress about paying our energy bill. Advice and services, like those provided by British Gas Energy Trust, just weren’t available to us and those around me. I urge families and individuals suffering in silence to reach out to British Gas Energy Trust to get the help they so desperately need.”
British Gas will require proof of your circumstances when you apply for the grant.
This will include evidence of all your household income and a meter reading for your energy account.
British Gas said: "If you are struggling with domestic gas and electricity debts owed to British Gas or other suppliers, you may be eligible to apply for a grant from the Trust to clear that debt.
"Most of the budget will be reserved for British Gas customers.
"The grants available and eligibility criteria may change from time to time. Unfortunately, the Trust is unable to help everyone who applies and due to high demand, applications from low-income households, namely below the London and UK Living Wage are being prioritised."
Get help or advice from the British Gas Energy Trust here .
Last month The Mirror reported that British Gas smart meter customers had been unable to track their usage via the app and website for more than two months.
A "glitch" meant millions of people have been unable to check their usage on the platforms during a surge in the cost of living.
The energy giant said a technical error had left smart meter users in the dark since February 16.
