Connecting causes that matter with people who care
We provide grants to help charities and community organisations who are supporting local people facing disadvantage, to improve their lives.
We do this by working with individuals, families, businesses, professional advisors, and charitable trusts, helping them to fund local groups that are tackling the issues they care about most.
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We understand the vital role of Suffolk’s community groups and grassroots charities in making a difference in people’s lives.
We champion your organisation by connecting you with our donors and funds which will support you to be stronger.
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The benefit of working with us is that we have the connections and experience to help you give to the issues you care about.
Every gift, large or small, makes a positive difference to individuals and to communities right here in Suffolk.
What we do
Our work is set against the current backdrop of rising levels of need in Suffolk, with an estimated 75,000 now living in poverty.
Partnering with the VCFSE sector demonstrates that the will in Suffolk to provide support remains undiminished.
Professional Advisors
We have the privilege of building long-term and trusted relationships with many professional advisors and their clients.
An advisor’s expertise, when combined with the Foundation’s deep knowledge of local need, continues to provide wonderful opportunities for those who care about Suffolk to realise their charitable ambitions locally.
We provide a range of options for private clients, including:
- Legacies & gifts in wills
- Transferring the burden of running a charitable fund
- Creating a personal fund
- Creating a memorial fund
- Trust transfers
Latest News
Help Suffolk’s most vulnerable to Survive Winter
Suffolk Community Foundation has launched its annual Surviving Winter appeal to raise vital funds to help vulnerable older people to stay warm and well when the cold weather hits. The Foundation is asking anyone who feels able to make a donation to get in touch and...
New appointments at Suffolk Community Foundation
We are delighted that Mark Wilkinson and Fran Wright have joined the Foundation this month. Mark joins as Director of Finance and Operations and Fran as Philanthropy Manager. Mark is a Chartered Accountant, trained with KPMG Norwich and, since leaving KPMG, has...
First groups benefit from £23m Sizewell C Community Fund
£300k awarded to nine organisations in first round of funding Awards range from £2k to £170k for groups across East Suffolk Sizewell C Community Fund is open throughout the year, every year, for the next decade Sports clubs, advice agencies and community facilities...
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We`re excited that Leiston Youth and Community Angling Society (LYCAS) has received over £6,000 in funding from the Sizewell C Community Fund.
This community angling club was set up in the 1970’s so members know first-hand how an increase in the local population that comes with a Sizewell construction project brings an increased demand for access to the sport and their facilities. In order to meet this demand, the club sought funding to purchase angling equipment that could be hired by prospective members and guests. This enables LYCAS to provide a relaxing and enjoyable past-time to the new arrivals as well as an opportunity to enhance community cohesion.
The Sizewell C Community Fund will provide up to £23m to local charities, community groups and organisations. These grants will help fund projects which in turn will support local residents impacted by the construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power station. Find out more at www.sizewellcfund.org.uk
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Help Suffolk`s most vulnerable keep warm this winter.
Suffolk Community Foundation has launched its annual Surviving Winter appeal. We are asking anyone who feels able to make a donation to get in touch and support the growing number of pensioners who are struggling to heat their homes.
The campaign has taken on even more importance than ever this year as an estimated 90% of older people living in the county are due to lose the winter fuel payment following changes to government policy.
For more information including how to donate and how to receive support through our charitable partners, please visit www.suffolkcf.org.uk
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The Sizewell C Community Fund is delighted to award @aldeburghjubileehall_ £30,000 to increase the diversity of performances at the hall to attract new audiences and promote community cohesion.
The Sizewell C Community Fund will provide up to £23m to local charities, community groups and organisations. These grants will help fund projects which in turn will support local residents impacted by the construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power station. Find out more at www.sizewellcfund.org.uk
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Suffolk Community Foundation and Sizewell C are delighted to announce that £309,000 has been awarded to nine charities and organisations across East Suffolk. These grants will help fund projects which in turn will support local residents impacted by the construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power station.
The Sizewell C Community Fund will provide up to £23m to local charities, community groups and organisations which are delivering projects that benefit local communities in East Suffolk. Find out more at www.sizewellcfund.org.uk
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Citizens Advice East Suffolk Peasenhall Parish Council Saxmundham and District CIC Easton and Letheringham Village Hall Leiston Youth & Community Angling Society
We`re delighted to announce a new charity partnership with PLMR Genesis
PLMR Genesis, based in Ipswich, is part of the wider PLMR group which donates 5% of net profits to philanthropic causes every year, a tradition that started when the business was founded in 2006.
Hannah Bloom, Director of Philanthropy & Engagement at Suffolk Community Foundation said `With 87% of charities in Suffolk having an income of less than £100,000, our role is to support them where possible with much-needed funding towards their work. This is why we are delighted to be supported by PMLR Genesis and are very grateful for their support.”
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Sizewell C Community Fund Grants Officer.
Suffolk Community Foundation will be administering the £23m Sizewell C Community Fund over the next 10 years. The Fund will be used to boost environmental, social and economic wellbeing and The Foundation will use its expertise to make sure that this funding brings the greatest benefits to our most impacted communities.
Reporting to the Sizewell C Community Fund Project Manager, the Sizewell C Community Fund Grants Officer will be part of a small team dedicated to specifically leading on distributing the fund across East Suffolk.
Find out more and apply via our website.
Closing date is 18 November.
https://www.suffolkcf.org.uk/join-our-team/
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