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Spring Update 2025: Our latest round of grants are announced
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we are delighted to announce that we have awarded over £80k to 17 charities across...
juliebillings
Mar 283 min read
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Autumn Update 2024: Our latest round of grants are announced
Thanks to our wonderful supporters we’ve been able to award over £100k to 21 charities across the UK this Autumn, 15 of whom are new...
Julie Billings
Nov 5, 20243 min read
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Summer update: The latest round of grants supporting families and children through challenging times
Families with children are increasingly struggling due to the rising cost of living, prompting many communities to turn to charities for...
Justin Wright
Jul 22, 20243 min read
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Green haven in the city: Moulsecoomb Forest Garden's Commitment to community
With each charity visit we are always humbled and touched by the people they serve but never surprised by the sense of community, love...
Justin Wright
Jul 9, 20242 min read
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The impact of your donations on grassroots charities like Rett UK
Thanks to our amazing donors, we were able to fund two eye gaze devices for Rett UK. These life-changing communication tools are loaned...
Justin Wright
Jul 4, 20242 min read
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Transforming young lives through music: Our visit to East Paisley's inspiring School of Rock
Following the recent Scottish Golf Day, our team had the pleasure of visiting a wonderfully lively charity in the heart of East Paisley...
Justin Wright
Jul 3, 20242 min read
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Focus Foundation's heartfelt contribution to Cradle Hill Community Primary School
A new haven for learning and wellbeing Cradle Hill Community Primary School in Seaford recently celebrated the addition of a new wooden...
Justin Wright
Jun 11, 20241 min read
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Maximizing our collective impact: how your support has benefited the Anti-Freeze Centre in Portslade
Off The Fence, based in Sussex, was one of the beneficiaries of our 2023 Winter Ball. Explore their story to understand why our grant was...
Justin Wright
Apr 11, 20241 min read
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Happy Days Children's Charity and the transformative impact of theatre
Set up by three mums in 1992, Happy Days Children's Charity collaborates with communities throughout the UK to offer essential breaks for...
Justin Wright
Apr 8, 20241 min read
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Spring update: The latest round of grants revealed following our 2024 Winter Ball fundraiser
Thanks to the tremendous success of our Winter Ball in February, we have been in a position to address several grant requests....
Justin Wright
Mar 7, 20242 min read
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ESTEEM welcomes their Creative Collective to support creative young adults
ESTEEM, a youth charity based in Sussex, collaborates with young adults aged 14-26, providing them with a nurturing environment to...
Justin Wright
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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Empowering youth mental health: CASY's impactful journey with Focus Foundation support
In the realm of youth mental health, initiatives that offer support and guidance are invaluable. This is where CASY (Counselling and...
Justin Wright
Feb 15, 20242 min read
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FORCE Cancer Charity: Guiding cancer journeys with holistic support
FORCE Cancer Charity, based in Exeter, is a beacon of support for many, extending free assistance and information to those affected by...
Justin Wright
Jan 9, 20242 min read
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Prioritizing wellbeing: Our grant boosts mental health enrichment at Sussex MS Centre
Founded in 1983 under the guidance of Don Hawkins and his team, the Centre has grown into a vibrant community fuelled by user engagement....
Justin Wright
Jan 4, 20241 min read
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Focus Foundation grants Pelican Parcels £4,000 as their Secret Santa campaign get’s underway
It was never going to be a difficult decision to fulfil a grant application from Pelican Parcels, a local charity in Brighton & Hove, in...
Justin Wright
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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Focus Foundation receives heartfelt thanks from Youth Mental Health Foundation
"We want to say a huge thank you to Focus Foundation! We are incredibly grateful to have been funded by Focus Foundation. Thanks to their...
Justin Wright
Dec 11, 20231 min read
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The power of community at the Brighton Surf Life Saving Club Awards
Celebrating the fruits of our support at Focus Foundation is truly fulfilling! Recently, our team members Mandi and Jules had the...
Justin Wright
Nov 28, 20232 min read
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Latest round of awarded grants unveiled
In September, we reopened our grants application portal and were amazed by the overwhelming response from all corners of the UK. Numerous...
Justin Wright
Nov 21, 20231 min read
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Firing-up young minds: Table Talk Foundation's inspiring food education initiative
Charities make a huge difference in our communities every day. Most go under the radar for their work and yet they touch the lives of...
Justin Wright
Oct 16, 20232 min read
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A heartwarming collaboration at Magdalen Farm
Magdalen Environmental Trust, a 132-acre organic working farm nestled along the banks of the River Axe, specializes in accommodating...
Justin Wright
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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