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Community projects receive £550,000 funding boost
Nine local organisations have benefited from a total of over a half a million pounds in the latest round of funding from the Sizewell C Community Fund. £550,000 was awarded by Suffolk Community Foundation in the third round of funding, bringing the total support...
Making the topic of tax a little less daunting
We work with professional advisors across Suffolk to support their clients to explore their philanthropic giving options and how they can have the greatest impact with their giving. Whilst we are well placed to advise on philanthropy and support local grassroot...
Special event celebrates 20 years of grant-giving
More than 250 charity representatives, voluntary workers, community champions, donors and business leaders have learnt more about the work of Suffolk Community Foundation at a special event taking place during its 20th anniversary year. The Foundation’s Annual Review...
Hannah Bloom becomes Chief Executive
Hannah Bloom has officially become Chief Executive of Suffolk Community Foundation as of Monday 10 February. Hannah joined the Foundation in March 2024 as Director of Philanthropy and Engagement. She brought with her extensive charity and voluntary services...
Local community groups receive £1.1m in latest Sizewell C funding
£1.1m awarded to 11 organisations in the second round of Sizewell C Community Fund, taking the total to £1.4m awarded to date Awards range from £10k to £201k for groups serving East Suffolk, including Home-Start in Suffolk and Wardens Trust Funding comes from Sizewell...
State of the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise Sector in Suffolk Survey 2024/25
Help us to help you by understanding the needs of your organisation Suffolk Community Foundation is delighted to be collaborating with Community Action Suffolk (CAS) on The State of the Sector 2024/25 survey, which will be critical in creating a front-line view point...
New Year’s Honours for voluntary sector
The team at Suffolk Community Foundation would like to wish those who have been recognised in the New Year's Honours for their work in the voluntary sector in Suffolk our warmest congratulations! THANK YOU for your tireless commitment and hard work improving lives...
Could we help you Survive Winter?
Suffolk Community Foundation is urging older people on low incomes to get in touch and see if they could benefit from a grant to help them stay warm this winter. Thanks to the generosity of local people, the Foundation has now raised more than £100,000 through this...
Green Light Trust awarded vital funding for essential woodland management
Suffolk Community Foundation has awarded Green Light Trust (GLT) funds to support a year of essential management at a much-loved ancient woodland near Bury St Edmunds. The funding has come from the Axter Climate and Community Fund, which is administered by the...
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The Centenary Fund is currently open for applications with a closing date of 17th October.
The Centenary Fund has been established by The Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich to promote community engagement by churches throughout the Diocese.
The objectives of this fund are to support community based projects, which could include:
- Work on buildings (excluding maintenance and/or repair) to make them more accessible to the community
- Supporting initiatives in children’s or youth work (open membership).
- Supporting the work of a parish nurse associated with the Anglican Church.
- A joint project with a school.
- Joint working with other organisations to create a project for the benefit of the wider community.
- Projects that support vulnerable and/or isolated groups in the community.
For more information and to apply, please visit the current grants page on our website, link in bio.
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Last week, Jess had the pleasure of attending Disability Advice East Suffolk’s (DAS) 40th birthday celebration.
@daseastsuffolk has been a lifeline for disabled people, their families, and carers for four decades — offering free, independent advice on everything from welfare benefits and appeals to energy relief, housing adaptations, and crisis support. In 2024 alone, they helped an incredible 2,316 people.
The celebration was a look back at DAS’s achievements over the years and a glimpse into their future plans. Jenny Riddell-Carpenter, MP for Suffolk Coastal, also joined the event and pledged her support for the launch of the new Disability Advice Training Service — a fantastic initiative to help employers and organisations improve the way they support employees with disabilities.
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The Sizewell C Community Fund has recently marked its first anniversary. Over the past year, the fund has awarded 36 grants totalling £2.6 million to support communities most affected by the construction of Sizewell C.
@homestartsuffolk received £201,881 in December 2024 from the Sizewell C Community Fund. This film shows how the grant is helping support young families living in Leiston, Saxmundham and surrounding villages.
The Sizewell C Community Fund will provide up to £23m to local charities, community groups and organisations which are delivering projects that benefit communities located closest to, and most impacted by, Sizewell C development activity sites in East Suffolk.
For more information about the fund, please visit www.sizewellcfund.org.uk
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This week is #RememberACharityWeek.
This week reminds us to pause and consider leaving a gift to charity in our Will.
Supporting local charities enables your legacy, big or small, to improve the lives of people living closest to you.
To find out more about leaving a gift in your Will, please contact the team at Suffolk Community Foundation.
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Today is the International Day of Charity.
Today we come together to celebrate the spirit of giving. The International Day of Charity reminds us that even the smallest act of kindness can create ripples of change.
At Suffolk Community Foundation, we know that supporting local charities is especially powerful as:
💜 They understand the unique challenges in our communities
💜 They provide direct support to people living closest to us
💜 Every contribution, big or small, has a visible impact right where we live.
We wish to thank all those working tirelessly to help the most vulnerable in our communities, and all those who give so generously.
Together, we can make a difference.
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Nominations are now open for The King`s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS).
KAVS is the MBE for voluntary groups and organisations, and Suffolk had an outstanding year in 2025 with five winners.
If you know of any groups which deserve to be nominated for this prestigious award, please visit the KAVS website for more details. The deadline for nominations is 1st December 2025.
https://kavs.dcms.gov.uk/
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