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The Jersey Community Foundation is a philanthropic charity established in 2020 to connect people who care with causes that matter, inspiring local giving for local needs.

02/06/2026

It’s ! Did you know that volunteering in Jersey is valued at £75 million annually?

Our local research, carried out last year with PwC Channel Islands, surveyed 13 health and care charities and found they generate an estimated £137 million in social and economic value annually, delivering up to £2.66 for every £1 invested.

Jersey’s third sector....

💰️Contributes more than £230 million to the island economy
👩🏻‍💼Employs over 3,500 people (12% of the workforce)
🙌And is supported by more than 5,800 volunteers

Without these volunteers change just wouldn’t happen.

To every Islander giving their time or professional skills to support our community, a huge thank you. And to our volunteer board of trustees and directors, thank you for your valuable time and skills and for helping drive forward a culture of effective philanthropy based on local need in Jersey.

Read more about the importance of volunteering and the third sector in Jersey here 👉️https://www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org/publications/local-research

28/05/2026

Thanks to a Channel Islands Lottery Arts and Heritage grant of £17,878, distributed by the Jersey Community Foundation, Youth Arts Jersey has upgraded its main hall with industry-standard sound and lighting equipment, transforming opportunities for young performers and technicians.

The project included:
• New professional sound desk, stage box & lighting screen
• Electronic drum kit & modern guitar amps
• Replacement microphones, cables, stands & DI boxes
• Improved reliability and performance quality

This has resulted in:
• Young people gaining hands-on experience with professional equipment
• Better live performance experiences for performers and audiences
• Increased confidence, collaboration, and technical skills
• Futureproofed facilities for ongoing creative development in Jersey

“We can’t express enough just how transformative this upgrade has been... Our young members were absolutely thrilled with the new setup, and we received fantastic feedback from the 150+ audience members about the quality of the sound and performances.” Carmel Butel, Jersey Youth Service

If you have a project that could help improve the creative prospects of young Islanders, find out more about our funding opportunities here www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org/our-funds/funding-opportunities

26/05/2026

ADHD Jersey supports children, adults, and families living with ADHD across the island, many of whom seek help after years of feeling misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or unsupported.

Thanks to a grant of £3,500 from the Supporting the Supporters Fund, the organisation is introducing targeted training for volunteers, trustees, and frontline staff.

Trauma-informed care training will equip the team to better understand trauma responses, support individuals with compassion and manage complex and emotionally demanding situations without experiencing burnout. This will improve both volunteer wellbeing and the consistency of support provided.

Alongside this, media skills training will prepare key spokespeople to communicate clearly and confidently in public and media settings. It will support them in handling sensitive topics, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and representing the organisation professionally.

Together, these two strands create a practical support package that strengthens emotional resilience and public communication.

This investment ensures ADHD Jersey’s team is supported, confident, and sustainable — enabling continued delivery of safe, trusted, and high-quality support for families across Jersey.

For more information about funding opportunities to support staff as well as the local community visit www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org

21/05/2026

Supporting the Supporters
Fund Open! Apply by 21 June

🙏Jersey’s Third Sector is powered by over 5,800 volunteers, and that’s just the official number – there are many more working to help others in their own homes.

💚We understand that people providing support often need support too. Or just a cake and a cup of tea to say Thank You.

🍰The Supporting the Supporters Fund, in partnership with the Sedel-Collings Foundation, is here to help the people behind the scenes—those keeping our charities and voluntary organisations running.

Are you working to support the wellbeing and development of your staff, volunteers, or trustees? We have funds of up to £5,000 to help you do just that.

Find out more about the criteria, funding opportunities and how to apply here www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org/our-funds/supportingthesupporters

19/05/2026

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14/05/2026

Thanks to a £15,000 grant from the Greville Bathe and Anne Alice Rayner Funds, Family First is strengthening its ability to support families during some of the most difficult moments imaginable.

When a child requires specialist medical treatment off-island, families often face not only emotional distress but urgent and unexpected financial pressures. Family First works closely with local children’s charities to secure funding for travel and accommodation and there are times when immediate support is needed.

This funding will establish a dedicated emergency support fund, enabling Family First to respond quickly when families are in crisis. This includes situations where:
✈️A child is airlifted to the UK for urgent treatment and parents need immediate travel support
💳️Families remain off island for extended periods and have exhausted other funding sources
💚Unexpected costs arise during complex treatment where delays would increase stress and hardship

This flexible, last-resort fund reduces stress and financial pressure so families can focus on what truly matters — being there for their child during treatment and recovery.

For more information about our funding opportunities visit: www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org

12/05/2026

📆We have a number of grant deadlines coming up in May and June so if you are thinking of applying for funding then please get in touch early to increase your chance of success.

📥️Our team are always available to talk you through the process or discuss any ideas about which fund would be best for your project. You can email them at [email protected] .

Upcoming deadlines for grants:

17 May – Jersey Community Fund
17 May – Greville Bathe and Ann Alice Rayner Funds, WO Street Fund
21 June – Supporting the Supporters

Find out more about the funds and their deadlines at www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org/our-funds/funding-opportunities

07/05/2026

We’re proud to support the Neighbourhood Health Champions programme, an initiative designed to strengthen community wellbeing, belonging and connection across Jersey.

Created by Lifestyle Medicine Jersey and funded by a grant of £30,000 from the Jersey Community Fund, at its heart this project is about empowering people to improve their health in ways that are accessible, practical and free from financial barriers. This is particularly important in the context of the ongoing cost of living pressures affecting many households.

The Neighbourhood Health Champions will help residents access free and low-cost local wellbeing resources, including:
🔹Community walking groups and outdoor activity
🔹Social and support networks
🔹Food initiatives and community resources
🔹Local wellbeing and support services

They will promote Lifestyle Medicine and help people make practical, lasting changes to improve their health, without cost being a barrier. Neighbourhood Health Champions will act as trusted local connectors, helping to strengthen relationships, reduce isolation and ensure more people feel supported, informed, and included.

Together, this is about more than health services, it’s about building stronger, fairer, and more connected communities across Jersey.

If you have a project that could help improve the health and wellbeing of Islanders, find out more about our funding opportunities here www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org/our-funds/funding-opportunities

05/05/2026

2 Weeks to Go

Are you considering applying for funding for a project that can make a real difference to our island community?

Three of our major funds have deadlines coming up which could help drive your work forward:

➡️Jersey Community Fund – focusing on projects that align with our main funding priorities, identified as part of the most recent local needs assessment research:
👨🏻‍🦳Caring for an Ageing Population
🛒Reducing the Impact of the Cost of Living and Poverty
💚Supporting Mental Health
🥦Preventing Ill Health and Enabling Healthy Lifestyle Choices
🫶Promoting Community Inclusion and Tackling Inequality

➡️The Greville Bathe Fund was set up to help sick and elderly individuals living in Jersey and the Ann Alice Rayner Fund helps individuals living in Jersey who find themselves in financial difficulties.

➡️The WO Street Charitable Foundation supports projects aimed at advancing education and tackling poverty particularly for children and young people who are unable to meet their educational or living costs or projects for older people, blind people or disabled people, particularly those who cannot afford medical or convalescent care.

LEARN MORE and APPLY here: www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org/our-funds/funding-opportunities

Deadline: 17th May

30/04/2026

Opening the world of dance to every child in Jersey

We are delighted to support Ballet d'Jèrri with £30,000 from the Jersey Community Fund, using funds from Dormant Bank Accounts, to help expand their Equal Access Through Dance Education programme.

As Jersey’s national ballet company, Ballet d’Jèrri brings professional dancers directly into local schools, giving students the chance to experience high-quality dance education and creative expression — often for the first time. Through workshops, school residencies and performance opportunities, young people develop confidence, teamwork and communication skills while discovering that the arts belong to them.

Working in partnership with schools across the Island and with cultural partners including Jersey Opera House, the programme will continue to deliver creative experiences for primary and secondary school students, particularly those who may not otherwise have access to the arts.

Future plans include opportunities for students to perform on stage at Jersey Opera House and the development of a Pathways Programme, supporting talented young dancers from all backgrounds to continue their training.

By making dance education accessible and inclusive, Ballet d’Jèrri is helping ensure that every young person in Jersey can participate in and shape the Island’s cultural life.

The Jersey Community Fund is our largest fund, pooling funds from Dormant bank Accounts and private donors, and provides support to the island community based on present need.

The next deadline for applications is 17 May, visit our website or get in touch for more information on how to apply.
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