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Sussex Community Foundation
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We bring inspirational people together to create the change Sussex needs. We empower communities by making grants that address their specific needs. ✨
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📢 Our next Main grants round opens 26 Jan and closes 13 Feb.

✔️ Recent applicants: no need to reapply - your application will carry forward.
🔄Previous (summer & before) applicants: please submit a new application via our new portal.

More guidance coming soon
December 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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A huge thank you to Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes for their donation to our Acting on Climate Fund, helping us support more local environmental action. 🌳

Read more in The Argus:
https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/25644186.sussex-housebuilder-makes-donation-environmental-fund/
December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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“What modern philanthropy tells us - and why it matters in Sussex.”
A great read from our Head of Philanthropy.
Blog: https://sussexcommunityfoundation.org/what-modern-philanthropy-tells-us-and-why-it-matters-here-in-sussex/
What modern philanthropy tells us – and why it matters here in Sussex
Our Head of Philanthropy & Development, Vicky Booth, explores new research on what drives HNW giving and how to maximise impact.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Great to see our funding supporting Forest School sessions at the Goodwood Education Trust! 🌱

Helping young people learn through nature is at the heart of community impact. Read more: https://ow.ly/NZrM50XGWeW
Sussex Community Foundation supports Forest School at the Goodwood Education Trust
Secondary school children struggling in mainstream schooling will be able to benefit from weekly Forest School, thanks to funding from the Sussex Community Foundation. The Goodwood Education Trust is an independent environmental education charity operating on the Goodwood Estate near Chichester and has been connecting children with nature for almost 50 years. The Trust runs three programmes, Farm Visits, Forest School, and Children in the Community.
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December 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Ready to lead change across Sussex? We’re hiring a CEO!
Join Sussex Community Foundation as Chief Executive - 35h/week, based in Lewes, £75–80 k.
Apply by 5 Jan 2026. #CEO #CharityJobs #Leadership

https://www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/sussex-community-foundation/chief-executive-officer/1047255
Chief Executive Officer | Sussex Community Foundation | CharityJob
Apply now for Chief Executive Officer. , £75,000 - £80,000 per year, find a career with meaning today
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December 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Know a local volunteer group doing outstanding work?

Nominate them for the King’s Award for Voluntary Service - a great way to celebrate Sussex’s amazing community spirit. 🎖️
https://kavs.dcms.gov.uk/make-a-nomination/about-nominating/
December 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Our team has been out seeing the impact of local groups first-hand.

Our Head of Grants & Impact, Hannah Clay, joined Burgess Hill & District Pantry to celebrate the opening of their new home.
https://sussexcommunityfoundation.org/news/celebrating-burgess-hill-pantrys-new-home/
Celebrating Burgess Hill Pantry’s new home
Hannah Clay, our Head of Grants & Impact, recently joined Burgess Hill & District Pantry for the opening of their new premises.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Over £2.1M awarded to 237 Sussex projects through the Rampion Community Benefit Fund since 2017 🌊

We're proud to manage the fund which has supported more than 1M people across the region.
🔗 https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/community/rampion-community-fund-awards-ps21million-grants-in-sussex-5353319
Rampion Community Fund awards £2.1million grants in Sussex
Rampion Wind Farm’s Community Benefit Fund has awarded £2.1 million in grants to 237 Sussex community projects since it opened in 2017, according to its 2024 Impact Report, published by the Sussex Community Foundation.
www.sussexexpress.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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📊 New #IMD data shows Hastings is facing some of the highest levels of deprivation in England, with one neighbourhood ranked in the top 10 most deprived nationally.

These figures reinforce the importance of local charities & community groups who are already driving change
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Hastings ranked among England’s most deprived areas – but local communities are driving change
Hastings is a vibrant and creative town, yet recent IMD data highlights the scale of the challenges some residents face.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Over £400,000 in grants from the Southern Water Goodwill Fund are supporting 49 local organisations in Hastings and St Leonards.

A big thank you to Southern Water and our community panel for helping shape this fund’s impact.

🎥 Watch the story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BM2b7nbTBJY
November 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Great conversation with Sir Rod Aldridge at our Sussex in the City event -brilliantly hosted by Summer and Val from Flourish Mentors.

🎥 Watch the highlights: https://youtu.be/absyUJWstgs
November 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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It’s #TrusteesWeek! We’re proud to celebrate our dedicated Board of Trustees, who guide Sussex Community Foundation’s mission to strengthen local communities across Sussex.

Thank you for your expertise, insight, and care in helping us make a lasting impact. 💙

#TrusteesWeek2025 #ThankYouTrustees
November 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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🚨 We’re hiring!

Join Sussex Community Foundation as our Grants & Relationships Manager (£38k, hybrid Lewes). Build partnerships, manage grants & help local charities thrive.

📅 Deadline: 13 Oct
https://sussexcommunityfoundation.org/news/join-our-team/
October 10, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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Ever wondered about a "Day in the Life" at a small charity? Dementia Singing Experience gives us a glimpse into the incredible work they do in #Sussex. It's truly inspiring! 🤩
Read more 👇
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#SmallCharityWeek #CommunityImpact #MakingADifference
June 24, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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🌟 As women increasingly become primary decision-makers and income earners, it's crucial for professional advisors to adapt. Michael Lawrence discusses the dynamics of wealth transfer and women’s important role in promoting social good.🤩
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The gender dynamics of wealth transfer and philanthropy
Michael Lawrence, managing director of Global Wealthmap Ltd, discusses women’s important role in promoting social good.
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June 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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100 days in! 🌟 Vicky Booth, Head of Philanthropy, reflects on the vital role of community foundations. Read her perspective on impactful #localgiving 👇
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#CommunityImpact #Philanthropy
Community foundations in UK
May 22, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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Our offices recently received a beautiful upgrade thanks to a generous art loan from Natasha O'Kane Sussex Contemporary Art, featuring stunning works by Julian Bell, Jo Lamb & Julian Le Bas. It's a pleasure to have these inspiring pieces! #sussexart #wellbeingatwork #mentalhealthawarenessweek
May 16, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Emma de Closset, CEO of @ukcf.bsky.social, emphasises the power of community foundations in bridging national goals with local expertise in her recent interview with Civil Society. 🌍✨

As we strive to make a difference within communities, it’s clear local knowledge is invaluable ⬇️
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Emma de Closset: ‘Community foundations are the best kept secret of a country’
UK Community Foundations’ new chief executive discusses her goals for the organisation, an upcoming 50th anniversary and the spring budget…
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March 21, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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🌟 Did you know that we are one of IVAR's Flexible Funders? This reflects our dedication to be an open and trusting grant maker. As part of this, we are signed up to IVAR’s eight funder commitments developed by charities and funders.
Read more here 👇
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February 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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💡 Funding the future! Our Head of Grant Programmes, Hannah Clay, joined a charity roundtable hosted by MP Jess Brown-Fuller to discuss innovative fundraising strategies.

🔎 Curious to learn more? Read here 👇
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Hannah with Tobias Stathers from UKHarvest and Jess Brown-Fuller MP
February 18, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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In our latest blog, Jeremy Field, Co-Chief Executive at CPJ Field, writes about his experience as a #fundholder at Sussex Community Foundation and his #charitablegiving.
Read more here:
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January 30, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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🏫 On #InternationalDayofEducation, our #ReachingPotential report tells us that Sussex is facing worrying data on education. Charities are working hard to help our young people reach their potential. 🌟
Read their stories here: sussexcommunityfoundation.org/what-we-do/c...
(Photo courtesy of LLJF)
January 24, 2025 at 11:56 AM