Cambridgeshire Community Foundation launches recruitment for New Chair and Trustees
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation (The Foundation) is seeking a new Chair of Trustees and several new Trustees to help lead the organisation through its next phase of growth and impact across the county.
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation surpasses £40 million in grants awarded to support local communities
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation has announced that it has now awarded more than £40 million in grants to support communities across Cambridgeshire since it was established in 2004.
Cambridgeshire Community Lottery marks first anniversary with over £20,000 raised for local good causes
One year in and the Cambridgeshire Community Lottery has raised over £20,000 for 89 charities, community groups and voluntary organisations across the county - and the momentum is growing!
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Surviving Winter Appeal: helping local people stay warm this Christmas
Following the recent launch of this year’s Surviving Winter Appeal, Cambridgeshire Community Foundation is sharing the real-life impact of support for people facing fuel poverty.
Community Lottery set to raise over £30,000 for grassroots causes in first year
The Cambridgeshire Community Lottery is celebrating a successful first six months since launch, with more than 80 local good causes now signed up and raising vital funds for grassroots projects across the county.
New funding launched to help young Cambridgeshire entrepreneurs turn business dreams into reality
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation has partnered with SWEF to offer grants of up to £2,000 for aspiring business owners aged 18-30.
Support for care leavers in Cambridgeshire increases as expansion is announced for national programme
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation has received an additional £24,800 to help young people who have experienced care, announced today by UK Community Foundations.
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation launches its annual Surviving Winter Appeal to tackle fuel poverty
Residents encouraged to donate their Winter Fuel Allowance if they don’t need it to help those most in need.
Pye Foundation's 89-year legacy continues with £2.3 million endowment transfer to Cambridgeshire Community Foundation
Historic East Anglian philanthropic fund ensures lasting impact through partnership with a leading local grant-maker.
Over £260,000 allocated in Government fund extension to Cambridgeshire Community Foundation to build social connections in Fenland
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has extended the Know Your Neighbourhood Fund to March 2026.
Cheffins continues commitment to local communities with latest grassroots fund awards
As Cheffins celebrate their 200th anniversary, the company has announced two new grants through their Cheffins Grassroots Endowed Fund, continuing a philanthropic partnership with Cambridgeshire Community Foundation that has spanned almost two decades.
Warwick & Dominey welcome applications for their £50,000 decarbonisation fund to support community climate action
Charities and community organisations can now apply for grants of up to £15,000 to support projects that tackle climate change and promote decarbonisation.
Hundreds of Cambridgeshire Community Lottery tickets sold in its first few weeks
Almost 40 local causes have already signed up to benefit from the new Cambridgeshire Community Lottery.
Leading Cambridgeshire charity seeks passionate trustees to help drive community impact
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation, the county's largest place-based grant maker, is recruiting new trustees to join its board and help shape the future of local philanthropy.
Cambridgeshire Community Lottery - the hottest ticket in town
Hotly anticipated tickets for the new Cambridgeshire Community Lottery are now on sale, with the first weekly draw taking place on 31st May.
Good causes invited to the launch of Cambridgeshire Community Lottery
Good causes of all shapes and sizes are being encouraged to attend the launch webinar for the Cambridgeshire Community Lottery for their chance to get a slice of the ticket proceeds.
Cambridgeshire Community Lottery gets green light
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation is delighted to announce the upcoming launch of Cambridgeshire Community Lottery, an exciting new fundraising initiative for good causes.
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation concludes 20th anniversary celebrations with Carols at Peterborough Cathedral
Supporters and over 50 charities and community groups joined the Foundation’s 20th anniversary celebrations at a festive event in Peterborough.
Illumina Community Fund launches to support cancer patients and their loved ones
Grants of up to £10,000 are available for charity and community projects in Cambridgeshire benefitting individuals diagnosed with cancer and their loved ones.
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Fuel poverty is disproportionately affecting vulnerable and low-income households across Cambridgeshire
For many households across Cambridgeshire, energy costs are not just a line item on a monthly statement but, increasingly, a significant financial burden.
The year of 20-year anniversary celebrations launched with a dinner hosted by the Dean of Ely
This year, we are celebrating our 20-year anniversary of promoting giving for the benefit of the local community and offering grants to local projects.
Cambridgeshire Coronavirus Community Fund: urgent appeal for donations
The Cambridgeshire Coronavirus Community Fund is asking for donations as it continues to offer support to community organisations throughout Cambridgeshire who are helping isolated older and vulnerable people at this time.
Funding available to support community organisations helping older and vulnerable people
The Cambridgeshire Coronavirus Community Fund is open to constituted community organisations throughout Cambridgeshire, who are supporting isolated older and vulnerable people at this time.
Become a Friend of CCF and invest in your local community
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation (CCF) celebrates its 15th year in 2019. Over that time, it has made £15,000,000 worth of grants to support local community groups and charities, who understand how to bring about positive change in their communities.