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Julie Billings
Nov 5, 20243 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Jul 22, 20243 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Jul 9, 20242 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Jul 3, 20242 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Feb 15, 20242 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Oct 16, 20232 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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...
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Justin Wright
Aug 14, 20232 min read
The FMG Project uses gym-based coaching for young adults with positive results
Low levels of physical activity in young people have been linked to increased rates of obesity, cardiovascular disease and poor mental...
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Justin Wright
Jul 31, 20231 min read
Reconnecting youth by fostering strong connections with the outdoors
It is known that the repercussions of the coronavirus pandemic have had a ‘disastrous’ impact on young individuals, leading to a...
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Justin Wright
Jun 29, 20231 min read
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...
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