Introduction The Heart of England Community Foundation is an independent grant-making charity supporting voluntary and community groups across the West Midlands and Warwickshire. It connects donors, businesses and public partners with local causes to build happier, healthier and fairer communities. History and Background The foundation was established to support local community organisations through place-based philanthropy… [Read More]
Community Development
Community Foundation North East: Local Giving, Grant Funding and Philanthropy for Stronger Communities
Introduction Community Foundation North East is a UK charitable foundation that supports local giving, community grantmaking and regional philanthropy across Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and the wider North East. Established in 1988, it helps donors, families, businesses and public partners fund charities, community groups and local causes that improve people’s lives. The foundation is not… [Read More]
Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth
Introduction The Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth is a government ministry responsible for advancing economic development, infrastructure investment, and sustainable growth across northern regions. Through strategic policy frameworks, infrastructure projects, and economic initiatives, the ministry works to reduce regional economic disparities, create employment opportunities, and foster prosperity in historically underserved northern areas. The… [Read More]
Southern Grampians Shire Council: Local Government for Hamilton and the Surrounding Region
Introduction The Southern Grampians Shire Council is the local government authority for the Shire of Southern Grampians in western Victoria, Australia. Based in Hamilton, the council provides a wide range of services to residents, businesses, and visitors across the municipality, including roads, waste, community facilities, planning, recreation, and family services. It plays a central role… [Read More]
Rainbow Giving Australia: Empowering LGBTQIA+ Communities Through Philanthropy and Community-Led Funding
Introduction Rainbow Giving Australia is the national foundation for Australia’s LGBTQIA+ communities, formed in November 2024 through the merger of The Aurora Group and GiveOUT. As a community-led philanthropic organisation, Rainbow Giving Australia mobilises funding, builds organisational capacity, and expands knowledge about the funding needs of the LGBTQIA+ sector. Operating through two connected charitable entities… [Read More]
Community Broadcasting Foundation: Supporting Australia’s Community Media Through Grants and Philanthropic Funding
Introduction The Community Broadcasting Foundation (CBF) is an independent nonprofit funding organization that supports community media and community broadcasting across Australia. Based in Melbourne, the Foundation distributes funding from the Australian Government’s Community Broadcasting Program through grant programs that help community radio, television, and digital media organizations serve diverse audiences. Unlike a traditional enterprise foundation… [Read More]
Advancing Peace and Stability in Sinjar
Introduction The Advancing Peace and Stability in Sinjar initiative is a grant programme that supports locally led efforts to strengthen peace, social cohesion, and long-term stability in the Sinjar District of Iraq’s Ninewa Governorate. The programme seeks to address the underlying causes of conflict, promote inclusive governance, encourage peaceful coexistence among diverse communities, and support… [Read More]
Harry Payne Fund Supporting Disadvantaged Communities
Introduction The Harry Payne Fund is a grant programme administered by the Heart of England Community Foundation (HoECF) that supports charitable and community organizations working to improve the lives of disadvantaged people. Established through the legacy of Harry Payne, a Birmingham businessman and philanthropist, the fund provides financial assistance to grassroots organizations delivering projects that… [Read More]
Achlachan Wind Farm Community Fund for Local Development
Introduction The Achlachan Wind Farm Community Fund is a community benefit grant programme established by Whirlwind Renewables and administered by Foundation Scotland. The fund supports community activity and local development within the Halkirk & District Community Council area in Caithness, Highland, Scotland, with priority given to projects located within a 4-kilometre radius of the Achlachan… [Read More]
Stronger Communities Fund
Introduction The Stronger Communities Fund is a grant programme designed to strengthen local communities by supporting grassroots organizations, charities, voluntary groups, and community-led initiatives. The fund invests in projects that improve community wellbeing, reduce social isolation, enhance local facilities, and encourage residents to work together to create more resilient and inclusive communities. While the name… [Read More]
