Applying for a grant

Our grants team are here to help

The team welcomes new ideas and is always keen to hear when the green shoots of a new project are springing up.

If you are a new group contacting us for the first time or an established charity or community group, we will provide valuable pointers to relevant Foundation funding but are also happy to signpost financial support available elsewhere. In partnership with Community Action Suffolk, we can also help to advise you on the structures and governance you will need to build a sustainable organisation that achieves funding success.

We are a friendly team that is here to help you, so please do give us a call on 01473 602602 or email [email protected]

As Head of Programmes, I visit many groups and organisations to fully understand and keep up-to-date with the impact being achieved and I’m inspired every day, especially at a time when key stakeholders in the county are working in an ever closer partnership.

I aim to use my skills and experience to evolve and strengthen the way we all work together to support those in need – connecting causes that matter with the people who care to make Suffolk a better place for all.

Karen Moy

Head of Programmes, Suffolk Community Foundation

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To ensure the best possible chance of a successful application, please ensure you read the guidelines and don’t forget you can contact us at any time before or during the application process, for advice and support.

The grants team

Nicki Bray

Nicki Bray

Grants Programmes Officer

Tracey Fuller

Tracey Fuller

Grants Officer

Clare Gibson

Clare Gibson

Grants Officer

Olena Kushakovska

Olena Kushakovska

Grants Support Assistant

Julie Rose

Julie Rose

Grants Officer

The Foundation is amazingly helpful in accessing the many small grants we need and it’s also really good if we need to apply for something bigger elsewhere, as they can provide all sorts of support that helps us put a bid together to continue the work we do.

Emma Ratzer

Chief Executive, Access Community Trust

We are mainly run by the most amazing team of volunteers but it still costs money to run a farm, maintain the buildings, care for the animals and, most importantly, provide varied and interesting programmes for those we care for. Unlike many large funders who make it hard to get grants without employing a professional bid writer, Suffolk Community Foundation is more like a partner.

Geoff Stevens

Pathways Care Farm