Sussex Community Foundation

02/11/2026

🚨 The Sussex Community Resilience Forum: CR2 Fund is now open!

With emergency preparedness in the spotlight following the Government’s ‘Be Ready’ campaign, households are being encouraged to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies.

But building resilient communities is just as important. Local organisations play a vital role in helping people prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies.

Grants of up to £5,500 are available to support practical projects across Sussex, from emergency planning and community response training to volunteer coordination and communications campaign.

💡 Does your organisation have a project that could help strengthen community resilience?

📅 Applications close 14 December 2026.

Find out more and apply:
https://ow.ly/pt4l51031ai



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The Little Cheyne Court Wind Farm Fund supports groups based within six miles of the wind farm for environmental and community projects.

30/10/2026

“Immediately when you walk in here, it feels like an environment in which you're held.” 💚

For Anne-Marie Bur, gardening was transformative during a difficult time in her life. That experience shapes her belief in the Lewes House Garden Project and the difference it can make for others. 🌱

Part of Common Cause, the project offers a welcoming space where people can connect with nature, build friendships and improve their wellbeing.

🎥 Watch the video and read Anne-Marie’s story:
https://sussexcommunityfoundation.org/20-years-20-voices-anne-marie-bur/

26/10/2026

🚨 Could your organisation help Sussex communities prepare for emergencies?

The Sussex Community Resilience Forum: CR2 Fund is opening for applications on Monday 2 November, offering grants of up to £5,500 to help voluntary and community organisations build local resilience.

The fund supports practical projects that help communities prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies. This includes:
💚 Emergency planning and community response training
💚 Volunteer coordination and welfare support
💚 Communications campaigns and equipment
💚 Supporting vulnerable or isolated residents

If your organisation has an idea that could help make communities across Sussex safer and better prepared, find out more about the fund and how to apply 👇https://ow.ly/E5Hw5100ZJ5

East Sussex County Council West Sussex County Council Sussex Police Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner East Sussex Fire and Rescue NHS Surrey and Sussex

01/10/2026

🌟 Do you know a voluntary group in Sussex making a real difference?

We know there are hundreds of amazing voluntary groups across Sussex doing vital work in their communities, supported by people who generously give their time and skills.

The King’s Award for Voluntary Service is a chance to recognise the contribution of these groups and their volunteers.

Nominations are now open – so if there’s a group in your community that deserves recognition, why not nominate them?

Find out more:
https://kavs.dcms.gov.uk/make-a-nomination/about-nominating/

We’re delighted that you’re thinking about nominating a group for a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service!

15/09/2026

🎉 We've got something new to share!

As part of our 20th anniversary celebrations, we're delighted to launch our new About Us video.

For the past 20 years, we've been working with generous donors, businesses and local charities to create lasting change across Sussex. This short film shares who we are, what we do and the impact we can make together.

Whether you've supported Sussex Community Foundation for years or you're just getting to know us, we'd love you to take a look.

🎬 Watch here: https://youtu.be/9HpFrMyV4_w

A massive thank you to the amazing groups featured in the video:
Soundcastle
Common Cause (Lewes House Garden Project)
Food and Friendship Luncheon Club
Reaching Families

Since 2006, Sussex Community Foundation has been connecting people ...

10/09/2026

In our latest , Tracey Payne from Herbert Scott shares why charitable giving is becoming an increasingly important part of financial planning, and why local knowledge matters when it comes to giving.

Read Tracey’s story: https://ow.ly/3Aah50ZLwa4

07/09/2026

⏰ Less than a week to go!

This Friday is our Main Grants deadline.

If you're a charity or community group in Sussex, then apply for funding for projects that:
💛 Tackle poverty
💚 Improve health
💙 Help people reach their potential
🌱 Act on climate change

📅 Applications close Friday 11 September 2026

Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/qMub50ZKoxc

Please share with a charity or community group that might benefit from funding.

Find out how to apply for one of our Main grants. These are awarded through our four funding priorities and range from £1,000 to £10,000.

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

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