Sussex Community Foundation

🌟 As 2024 comes to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the highs and memorable moments that have made this year very special. 💪 Thank you for being a part of this journey! 🎉💖 #YearInReview #RecapOfTheYear #HappyNewYear

🎄 Merry Christmas from all of us at Sussex Community Foundation! ❄️ As we celebrate, let's acknowledge the incredible community groups making a difference in Sussex. Their dedication ensures everyone can enjoy this festive season. 👏 #CommunitySpirit #SussexGivesBack

🎉 As we reach the festive season, our office will be closed from December 24 to January 1. If you need us, drop an email or leave a voicemail—we'll respond when we're back. All our details can be found below: https://ow.ly/Xqao50UuWQ2 From all the team at the Foundation, we hope you have a wonderful festive period! 🎄

🎄 As Surviving Christmas celebrates nearly 40 years of supporting vulnerable people in Hastings and Rother, we're inspired by their unwavering commitment to easing hardship during the festive season. Their work reminds us all of the importance of looking out for one another and offering care and kindness, especially throughout Christmas.❤️ Learn more about their incredible work here ⬇️ https://ow.ly/wW4F50Uuaii #SurvivingChristmas #CommunitySupport #CompassionInAction #HolidayGiving

Exciting news for Hastings and St Leonards! The newly launched Goodwill Fund, thanks to Southern Water, has over £400,000 available to support grassroots community groups and local charities. 🌊🌟 Find out more and apply now ⬇️ https://ow.ly/3ymu50UrQ8r #CommunitySupport #grants

🌟 Gatwick Airport is a key driver of the Sussex economy, employing tens of thousands locally. Our CEO, Kevin Richmond, recently attended the London Gatwick Economic Summit where industry leaders discussed the growth opportunities and potential challenges for our country ✈️💼 Read more ⬇️ https://ow.ly/XA8Z50UpiRK

From our recent Reaching Potential report we learned that pupils in #Sussex are lagging behind national averages at #KeyStage2 and #GCSE stage, and that persistent absence rates remain a concern post-Covid. Many of our students face huge educational barriers. Read our latest blog to learn more, and to see how the groups and organisations we support play a vital role to help overcome these challenges, and how you can support them. 🙌 Check out the blog here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gBSiyyWM #SussexEducation #reachingpotential #philanthropy #makingadifference

📊 We’re thrilled to unveil our Annual Report for the financial year 2023-2024! 🎉 Dive into our journey at Sussex Community Foundation, where we proudly gave out over £2.6 million in grants empowering local charities and community groups. Together we're shaping a stronger community! 👇 https://ow.ly/Cr6K50UmmbN #CommunitySupport #GrantFunding #NonprofitImpact

🌟 Beyond just donations, #GivingTuesday is transforming into a movement that fosters community goodwill! 🤝 But what difference can you make in a day? UK Community Foundations explains ⬇️ https://ow.ly/h4sI50UjLh7 #CommunityEngagement #Philanthropy #SocialImpact

A big thank you to the 161 groups that completed our grantee perception survey. We're proud to share overall satisfaction with the Foundation continues to be high at 80% 🌟 In response to your suggestions, we’re reviewing our grant-making policies so we can provide better support. Find out more about the results ⬇️ https://ow.ly/5VZ250UfTfn #OpenAndTrusting #OpenGrantMaker #CommunityInsights