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Fundraising was in full swing at the 4th Focus Group Annual Golf Day
On Friday, 20th September 2024, Focus Group hosted its 4th Annual Golf Day at the beautiful East Sussex National Golf Resort, where the...
Julie Billings
Sep 30, 20242 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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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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Discover Fareshare's impact on hunger and the community
Collaborating with 153 organizations across Sussex and Surrey, Fareshare, redistributes surplus food to individuals in need, combatting...
Justin Wright
Apr 30, 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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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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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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An unforgettable evening of fundraising: Join us at our 2024 Winter Ball!
We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to our grand annual fundraiser, The Winter Ball, set to unfold on Saturday, 3rd February...
Justin Wright
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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Soaring high for Focus Foundation!
In a thrilling display of courage and commitment, the first of our three troops of skydivers embarked on an adrenaline-fueled morning...
Justin Wright
Oct 2, 20232 min read
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Supporting families throughout their cancer journey
1 in 2 people in the UK born after 1960 will be diagnosed with some form of cancer during their lifetime*. In 2018 Fler Wright faced her...
Justin Wright
Aug 21, 20232 min read
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CWP's new state-of-the-art salon is a cut above the rest
Focus Foundation awarded Creativity Works Preston a grant to refurbish their hair and beauty salon.
Justin Wright
Jul 24, 20232 min read
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Calling all budding young charity champions!
Last year we were bowled over by our young fundraising entrepreneurs as they accepted the challenge to convert £50 (used to fund their...
Justin Wright
Jul 5, 20231 min read
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A lifeline to education in the Scottish Borders
Back in April 2023, Focus Foundation funded* The Youth Work Learning Festival on behalf of YouthBorders, a network of more than 40 youth...
Justin Wright
Jun 29, 20231 min read
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DoubleTree by Hilton Metropole flies the fundraising flag
A host of performers, supporting local charities, competed to win in front of a celebrity panel. We were honoured to be one of four...
Justin Wright
Jun 27, 20232 min read
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Mental Health Awareness week - focus on anxiety
Mental Health Awareness week - focus on anxiety
mandirobertson5
May 22, 20231 min read
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