Northamptonshire Community Foundation

12/06/2026

⏰ Deadline approaching! Expressions of interest for the High Sheriff’s Initiative Fund close at 5pm on Monday 22nd June.

Grants of up to £3,000 are available for grassroots organisations across Northamptonshire supporting children and young people through prevention, early intervention, and intervention projects.

SNYE received £3,000 to launch a youth club for 10–12-year-olds in Towcester. Alongside weekly activities such as sports, arts and crafts, music, and games, the project delivered workshops on topics like anti-vaping and positive relationships - helping young people build confidence, make informed choices, and develop healthy attitudes. Local volunteers also played a key role in creating a positive and inclusive environment.

If your organisation works with children and young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply via our website (see the link in our bio) or contact the Grants Team on 01604 230033.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/RYwX50Zb6eJ

10/06/2026

Our Chief Executive, Rachel McGrath, was up bright and early this morning, joined by Rose of Northamptonshire Award winners Elona Latifi and Jacob, speaking to Annabel on BBC Northamptonshire about the awards and the importance of volunteering 🌹

If you missed it, you can catch up here - it starts at 1:09:
👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002x2qw

A lovely way to hear just a few of the incredible stories behind this year’s winners ✨

Annabel brings you local news and an entertaining start to your Northamptonshire day.

09/06/2026

A big thank you to the Northampton Chronicle for sharing these lovely photos from our Rose of Northamptonshire Awards 🌹

It was a fantastic morning celebrating inspiring volunteers who go above and beyond for their communities across the county.

Congratulations to all of our winners. Click the link below to see photos from the day 📸

Nearly 50 volunteers and community champions from across the county were recognised for their dedication to helping others at the Rose of Northamptonshire Awards 2026.

05/06/2026

An inspiring morning celebrating volunteers from across the county at our 2026 Rose of Northamptonshire Awards 🌹

See the full list of winners on our website - click the link in our bio.

04/06/2026

Many of our local charities are facing a growing crisis when it comes to recruiting and retaining volunteers.

In partnership with the Northamptonshire VCSE Assembly and Northamptonshire Lord-Lieutenancy, we're connecting professionals with charities that need support in areas like governance, finance and marketing.

If you'd like to support your community and volunteer in Northamptonshire, please contact [email protected]

Visit our website to find out more: https://bit.ly/4asWV4N



Film by Wojciech Bajos.

03/06/2026

🌟 It's and we're saying thank you to all the incredible volunteers who strengthen our communities across Northamptonshire every day. 🌟

🌹 On Friday, we'll be at Wicksteed Park celebrating the inspiring contributions of volunteers at the Rose of Northamptonshire Awards as part of our 25th anniversary, recognising the people who make such a difference across our county.

🌳Want to get involved in volunteering? Don't forget that The Big Help Out is taking place this weekend, from Friday 5th – Monday 8th June. See what's happening locally including activities from The Happy Hood and Moulton Community CIO here: https://ow.ly/mirj50Z7cca

Whether you're volunteering, attending a Big Lunch or simply saying thank you, you're part of what makes Northamptonshire so special 💙

29/05/2026

The Randal Charitable Foundation Fund offers grants of up to £3,000 to support small, grassroots groups across Northamptonshire.

One group supported through the fund is Lumina Arts Alliance who received funding for their Creative Pathways Initiative – delivering free and low-cost creative workshops for underserved communities in Northampton.

The fund supports projects tackling key issues such as health and wellbeing, mental health, poverty, education and support for vulnerable people.

🔹 Grants up to £3,000
🔹 For small, locally managed groups (turnover under £50k)
🔹 Rolling programme

Find out more and apply via our website: https://bit.ly/NCFRandalFoundation
Or contact the Grants Team on 01604 230033 for advice and support.

27/05/2026

One week to go until the Northampton Legal Walk 2026!

Help champion access for all to free legal advice services - join the local legal community on Wednesday 3rd June at 5:15pm. Your steps will directly support Northamptonshire's free legal advice services at a time when they’re needed most.

🚶‍♂️‍➡️ To register to take part, email Janine Mulligan on [email protected]

Funds raised are distributed by Northamptonshire Community Foundation, working with event partners University of Northampton, Northamptonshire Law Society and HCR Law. 💙 Funds raised last year supported Citizens Advice Services Corby and Kettering, Citizens Advice West Northamptonshire and Cherwell, Northamptonshire Rights and Equality Council, and Community Law Service (Northampton and County).

✨Show your support and make a donation here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/thenorthamptonlegalwalk2026

26/05/2026

Discover the latest insights from our VCFSE Needs Survey 📢

Our 2026 survey has provided vital insight into the needs, trends, and challenges facing Northamptonshire’s VCFSE sector.

Read the report 👉 https://ow.ly/ZnVl50Z4gZe

This data helps us shape our grant-making, strengthen our work with donors and partners, and ensure we’re responding to what our communities truly need.

A huge thank you to every organisation that took the time to share their voice 💙

22/05/2026

– High Sheriff’s Initiative Fund 💚

Grants of up to £3,000 are available for grassroots organisations across Northamptonshire supporting children and young people, helping to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and build stronger communities.

Previously funded through the programme, North Northants Sports & Welfare Club received £2,449 to provide free Karate classes for young people in the Avondale and Grange community in Kettering 🥋

Projects can focus on prevention (projects working with vulnerable families and communities to reduce childhood adversity), early intervention (projects working with at risk or excluded children and young people), or supporting young people at risk of offending or re-offending.

Expressions of Interest close at 5pm on Monday 22nd June.
Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/Y5tQ50Z353y