MECC TRUST'S
WINTER
CAMPAIGN
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Launch of the Mecc Trust van
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Whats on in and around Balsall Heath
Family Health day - Sparkbrook Children's zone
The event is being hosted at Birmingham Central The whole event is FREE and includes:
Health checks for the whole family
Free hot healthy lunch
Community Partners advertising their services and giving out resources
Fun activities for children such as movement sessions and face painting
29th November 2025 1pm- 4pm
Domestic abuse and Mental health Awareness
Join Bahu trust for an educational workshop exploring domestic abuse, healthy relationships, and supporting mental health and well-being
Thursday 27th Nov 2025 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Hazrat Sultan Bahu Trust, 17-21 Ombersley Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 8UR
Cancer Awareness Talk
Sat 22nd Nov 2025
2:00pm – 4:00pm Ladies’ Hall, Hazrat Sultan Bahu Trust, 17-21 Ombersley Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 8UR
Join Bahu Trust for an important session delivered by a qualified health professionals exploring cancer, the importance of cancer screenings and how to access support
MECC Trust an independent charity established in 1979.
Over 40 years we’ve provided vital help to local people
to get their lives back on track. Many clients are some of the
most vulnerable people in Birmingham’s poorest wards.
In 2022, we helped over 4500 clients to get their
life back on track.
Opening times: Monday to Thursday 10am – 2pm
Friday 10am - 1pm
Telephone: 0121 440 3500
We’re a grassroots organisation supporting communities through local action in Balsall Heath and surrounding areas. From advising the community to providing support, MECC Trust is all about connection, community and positive change.
Working together to build a healthier, safer and fairer community.
Main services
Household Advice
MECC Trust’s Household Support Fund helps vulnerable Birmingham households with essential costs. Eligible applicants, mainly pensioners and benefit recipients, can receive up to £200 for food and energy bills. Applications require proof of eligibility and financial details.
Benefits Advice
MECC Trust offers free one-to-one budgeting help to Birmingham residents. Advisors assist with managing expenses and using money tools. The service helps reduce financial stress. Appointments can be booked by contacting MECC Trust.
Mobile Advice Service
MECC Trust’s Mobile Advice Van travels across Birmingham offering free, drop-in support with benefits, energy bills, and other issues. Residents can get one-to-one advice without an appointment.
Bills Support
MECC Trust provides free support to help residents with energy and utility bills. Advisors offer advice on saving money and accessing grants. This service helps reduce bills and fuel poverty.
MECC Trust's Winter Campaign
As part of our Winter Reach Campaign, MECC Trust is supporting residents to stay warm and well during the colder months. If you are aged 55 or over you may be eligible for our winter warm pack.
Our Winter Warm Pack includes:
A warm item of clothing
A thermos mug
A hot water bottle
To receive your pack, please inquire about booking an appointment on Wednesdays 11pm with our team so we can carry out a quick benefits and energy bill assessment. This helps us ensure you’re receiving all the support you’re entitled to this winter.
Please note: Supplies of our Winter Warm Packs are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Once they’re gone, we won’t be able to issue any more, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Keeping our community warm, supported, and connected this winter.
