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100 Kilometres in 13.5 hours – a journey to remember
James Thompson and Alex Parish took on the ultimate endurance challenge recently to raise money for the Stand Up For Suffolk giving circle managed by Suffolk Community Foundation. They ran 100K side by side in 13 and a half hours, pushing through unusually high...
Suffolk’s Charity and Voluntary Groups Facing Perfect Storm
Suffolk’s charity and voluntary sector is facing a perfect storm as a sharp increase in demand on services due to government cuts coincides with a significant fall in income, and a serious decline in volunteer numbers. These are the findings of a comprehensive study...
Community radio station among six organisations to share £490,000
Sizewell C Community Fund awards six local organisations £490k in latest round of grants Groups such as ABC Radio and The Long Shop Museum receive awards ranging from £9k to £331k The Sizewell C Community Fund is making around £2m available every year for the next 10...
Raising money for Stand Up For Suffolk
James Thompson and his brother-in-law Alex Parish are lacing up their running shoes for the ultimate challenge: completing the Stour Valley Path 100K. Their motivation? Raising funds for Stand Up for Suffolk, a giving circle managed by Suffolk Community Foundation...
News from Suffolk 100 – A giving circle that is at our core!
Suffolk 100 is a giving circle where members give an annual donation to help us to respond to local need, and support charities that are helping people in Suffolk. It is vital for our core funding and enables us to develop new areas of work. 2025 Suffolk 100 Annual...
Charlotte Rowlands joins Suffolk Community Foundation
We're delighted that Charlotte has joined Suffolk Community Foundation as our new Director of Finance and Operations. Charlotte is a qualified Chartered Certified Accountant with over 22 years post-qualification experience gained from roles in industry, accountancy...
County champions receive the Suffolk Medal
Five individuals who have made a positive and lasting difference to local people and their quality of life have been awarded the coveted Suffolk Medal on Saturday (21 June). The accolades were presented during a ceremony in Lowestoft to mark Suffolk Day, which brings...
New fund for Lowestoft and Waveney
We are delighted to announce that a new fund has been established to support initiatives that improve local people’s lives and life chances in Lowestoft & Waveney. The fund is set up in memory of Edward and Ivy Rose Hood, a couple who lived in Lowestoft and who...
Danielle Waller joins Suffolk Community Foundation
We are delighted to welcome our new Director of Grants & Impact, Danielle Waller, to the Foundation. Danielle has spent over two decades working in the voluntary, non-for-profit and charity sectors where she has enjoyed working for local, national and...
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Last week`s Suffolk Together at Christmas, HRH The Princess of Wales` Carol Service for the East of England at @stedscath was a very special evening, giving us the opportunity to thank and celebrate Suffolk`s voluntary sector.
We would like to thank all those who performed so beautifully during the service, from the children who read the charity case studies and Charlie Haylock for reading his Christmas poem, to the wonderful choir, the Lowestoft Longshoremen and the @soulsanctuarygospelchoir for their glorious singing.
What an evening to remember! ✨
#charitycarolservice
Photo credit: Tom Soper Photography
Suffolk Community Foundation has once again partnered with @commactionsuff to work on a State of the Sector survey to fully understand the needs of the VCFSE sector in Suffolk.
Your input helps identify challenges, influence policy, and track trends. Completing the 30 minute survey enters you into a £1,000 donation draw, and findings will be shared.
Survey link âž¡ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/StateOfTheSector2026
The closing date for responses is 9am on Monday 2nd February 2026.
Thank you very much in advance for your support.
#suffolkcharities #voluntarysectorinsuffolk
Suffolk Community Foundation congratulates Mark Pendlington DL on his appointment as the new Lord-Lieutenant of Suffolk. Mark will succeed Clare, Countess of Euston, CVO, who will retire on 15th April 2026 after distinguished service to the county.
Having worked closely with Mark during his year as High Sheriff 2023/24, we know how passionate and committed he is to Suffolk and its thriving voluntary sector. This is such a well-deserved honour, and we very much look forward to working with Mark over the forthcoming years. 💜
Photo taken at @hiveipswich during Mark`s year as High Sheriff of Suffolk.
#lordlieutenant #suffolkcharities
Last evening’s Suffolk Together at Christmas, HRH The Princess of Wales` Carol Service for the East of England at @stedscath was nothing short of magical - a heartfelt celebration of the incredible charities across our county who work tirelessly to support the most vulnerable in our communities. 💜
Highlights of the service included moving charity case studies beautifully read by school children, uplifting performances from the choir and gospel singers from @soulsanctuarygospelchoir and a Christmas poem written and read by Charlie Haylock.
It was more than just carols — it was a reminder of the power of community, compassion, and coming together to make a difference. 🎄✨
The evening would not have been possible without the support of our incredible sponsors, thank you to: @lifeathalo, Associated British Ports, @ashtonslegal, Barnes Construction, @birkettsllp , @coastlinegraphics, Debach, Edmundham Developments , @elvedenestate , @eustonfarm, Greene & Greene, @hobbycrafthq
@icelandcharity @johngrose , @scruttonbland @skinnersfieldandtrial, Troston Farms Ltd, @wtwcorporate and Gina Long.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, sang with us, and supported us. Your voices and your kindness truly lit up the night. 💫
#CharityCarolConcert #CommunitySpirit #TogetherForGood #MagicalEvening
Lucy and a SCF supporter were welcomed by the team at the @dawshallnature - which celebrates its 40th birthday this year.
Daws Hall is a 25-acre nature reserve on the Essex-Suffolk border, dedicated to environmental education. It caters for early years through all the key stages into further education and adult studies.
Thank you for showing us around on such a glorious day! 💜
#communityfunding #naturereserve
Our High Sheriff’s Fund is now open!
Grants of up to £2,000 are available for work which addresses citizenship, community safety and crime prevention, particularly tackling issues such as:
• Bullying
• Vandalism and arson
• Anti-social behaviour
• Homelessness
• Internet safety
• Personal safety
• Road safety
• Knife crime
• Drug and alcohol abuse/awareness
• Community cohesion, especially with older people and minorities
For more details and to apply, please visit the Current Grants page on www.suffolkcf.org.uk.
Application deadline is 5pm on Tuesday 20 January 2026.
#communityfunding #suffolkcharities
