Chancellor Rishi Sunak said that charities across the UK will receive the funding to help them continue their vital work.
Tens of thousands of charities providing vital services will benefit from direct cash grants to ensure they can meet increased demand as a result of the virus, as well as continuing their day-to-day activities supporting those in need.
As part of a UK-wide package of support, £360 million will be directly allocated by government departments to charities providing key services and supporting vulnerable people during the crisis.
The Treasury said that there would also be £370 million for small and medium-sized charities, including through a grant to the National Lottery Community Fund for those in England, to support organisations at the heart of local communities which are making a big difference during the outbreak, including those delivering food, essential medicines and providing financial advice.
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