Sussex Community Foundation

🎄 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

At the Bank of England Central Southern Citizens’ Panel, chaired by our CEO Kevin Richmond, local people explored the pressing impact of the Cost of Living rise on our communities and discussed the future of money. 💡 It’s crucial we engage with these challenges together. Read more about the discussions below ⬇️ https://ow.ly/65E050U9OGw #CostOfLiving #FutureOfMoney #CommunityEngagement #BankofEngland

🏅 Calling all champions of community spirit! Do you know an extraordinary voluntary group in Sussex that deserves a spot in the spotlight? It’s time to nominate them for the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service 2025! These awards honor the unsung heroes of volunteering across the UK, showcasing the remarkable contributions happening in our neighborhoods. Let’s celebrate those who are making a real difference and inspire others to join in! 🌍❤️ #Volunteering #KAVS #CommunityHeroes Nominate now ⬇️ https://ow.ly/HW9n50U4cuV

A big thank you to the team at The Owen Kenny Partnership for welcoming us to their staff meeting this week. It was a pleasure to share the work we do at Sussex Community Foundation - we're looking forward to working together in the future. #professionaladvisors #philanthropy #communityimpact