Sussex Community Foundation

02/09/2026

It was a pleasure to learn about the Lewes Fund from its Chair, Richard Pearson.

Over the last 15 years, thanks to the generosity of local donors, they have given out grants to over 50 local community groups totalling over over £200,000!

Their mission is to help reduce disadvantage and build a stronger, sustainable community for the future, in Lewes and surrounding parishes.

If you are an not-for-profit organisation working in this area and looking for funding, do consider submitting an application for funding. Their next round closes mid-September.

More details and the application for can be found here: https://sussexcommunityfoundation.org/grants/how-to-apply/main-grants/lewes-fund/

Lewes Town Council

20/08/2026

What can happen when philanthropy brings people together?

For our second , we spoke to Carina Bauer about her experience of working with Sussex Community Foundation and the difference local, collaborative giving can make. 💙

Carina shares her reason for establishing the Brighton & Hove Homelessness Fund, and why she believes the Foundation’s local knowledge and networks make such a difference.

Read Carina’s story: https://ow.ly/5m8i50ZBR4U

10/08/2026

📢 The Little Cheyne Court Wind Farm Fund is now open for applications.

Community groups and charities based within a six-mile radius of the Little Cheyne Court Wind Farm can apply for grants of up to £7,500 to support environmental, educational and community projects.

Funding can be used for:
🌱 Environmental initiatives
📚 Educational projects
🤝 Community activities
🛠️ Equipment, pilot projects, running costs and minor capital works

Find out more about the eligibility criteria and how to apply here: https://ow.ly/JVGv50ZwZLW

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with organisations in the local area. 💚

07/08/2026

📢 Join our team!

We're looking for a Finance Assistant to help ensure the smooth running of our finances.

If you're organised, enjoy working with numbers and want your work to have a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Based in Lewes
🔗 Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/pct750ZxmHg

Know someone who'd be perfect? Please tag them or share this post! 💚

We're looking for a Finance Assistant to join our team to develop and maintain the Foundation’s systems and processes to be more efficient.

05/08/2026

In 2018, Hannah Powell started Family2Family from her conservatory with a simple mission: to make sure children across East Sussex had the clothing and essentials they needed. 💙

That same year, the charity received its first Sussex Community Foundation grant. Today, Family2Family has grown into a county-wide service supporting families across East Sussex.

Hannah's story is the first in our 20 Years, 20 Voices campaign, celebrating the people who have shaped Sussex Community Foundation over the past two decades.

Read her inspiring story here 👇
https://sussexcommunityfoundation.org/20-years-20-voices-hannah-powell/

20/07/2026

We’re pleased to support the latest episode of The Sussex And The City Podcast, recorded at Cornerstone Community Centre with members of the brilliant Impact Initiatives’ Hop 50+ programme. In the episode they explore devolution, community wellbeing, transport, housing and public understanding.

Listen here 👇
https://ow.ly/qhnN50Zq0Jv

26/06/2026

25/06/2026

More than 1,400 children are currently living in temporary accommodation in Brighton & Hove.

Last week, we were delighted to support Justlife and IMEX at the Brighton & Hove Homelessness Fund Showcase and Pledge Event, bringing together businesses, charities and philanthropists to explore how we can work together to tackle homelessness in the city.

The event showcased the incredible organisations already making a difference and highlighted the importance of collaboration in creating lasting change.

Read more about the event and the conversations it sparked: https://sussexcommunityfoundation.org/news/turning-the-dial-on-homelessness/

💚 Together, we can help build a stronger response to homelessness across Brighton & Hove.

23/06/2026

Today, new UKGrantmaking 2026 data reveals that more than 14,000 grant makers distributed £24 billion in grants across the UK in 2024–25.

The report shows that grant sizes are increasing and large awards are becoming more concentrated. Yet we know that smaller charities and community groups continue to play a vital role in supporting people and strengthening communities.

At Sussex Community Foundation, we've seen first-hand the difference that local, responsive funding can make. Understanding the needs of places and the organisations rooted within them remains essential to ensuring support reaches the communities that need it most.

Read more from UK Community Foundations on why place matters in grant making 👇
https://ow.ly/NiZb50ZfUiJ

22/06/2026

💚 It's .

This week (and every week!), we're celebrating the small charities and community groups that make such a difference across Sussex.

Whether they're tackling loneliness, supporting families, improving mental health or creating opportunities for young people, small charities are at the heart of our communities.

As we celebrate 20 years of Sussex Community Foundation, we're proud to have supported more than 3,500 local organisations and to witness the incredible impact of local giving every day.

To every charity, volunteer and community leader in Sussex – thank you.