The Regular Charitable Payments (RCP) scheme is designed to provide regular financial assistance to eligible individuals with very low incomes, helping ease their financial challenges. This scheme is supported by a generous annual grant from Greenwich Hospital and aims to improve the quality of life for those in greatest need.

Key points about the RCP scheme include:

1. Quarterly Payments: RCPs are disbursed quarterly to qualified beneficiaries. While the amounts provided through RCPs are modest, they can have a significant positive impact on the recipients' lives.

2. Limited Number: There is a fixed number of RCPs available, which is currently just under 1000. The annual total for these payments amounts to just under £1 million.

3. Application Process: Typically, prospective RCP recipients are identified when they apply for a grant for a specific purpose. However, applications specifically for RCPs may also be considered and are processed in a manner similar to general grant applications. This often involves working with casework organizations.

The RCP scheme is designed to provide ongoing financial support to those in financial hardship, offering a lifeline to individuals with very low incomes. It is funded by Greenwich Hospital and administered through a careful application process.

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