Suffolk Community Foundation
Inspiring local giving and philanthropy to improve lives in Suffolk
Connecting causes that matter with people who care
We provide grants to help charities and community organisations who are supporting local people facing disadvantage, to improve their lives.
We do this by working with individuals, families, businesses, professional advisors, and charitable trusts, helping them to fund local groups that are tackling the issues they care about most.
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We understand the vital role of Suffolk’s community groups and grassroots charities in making a difference in people’s lives.
We champion your organisation by connecting you with our donors and funds which will support you to be stronger.
Give
The benefit of working with us is that we have the connections and experience to help you give to the issues you care about.
Every gift, large or small, makes a positive difference to individuals and to communities right here in Suffolk.
What we do
Our work is set against the current backdrop of rising levels of need in Suffolk, with an estimated 75,000 now living in poverty.
Partnering with the VCFSE sector demonstrates that the will in Suffolk to provide support remains undiminished.
Professional Advisors
We have the privilege of building long-term and trusted relationships with many professional advisors and their clients.
An advisor’s expertise, when combined with the Foundation’s deep knowledge of local need, continues to provide wonderful opportunities for those who care about Suffolk to realise their charitable ambitions locally.
We provide a range of options for private clients, including:
- Legacies & gifts in wills
- Transferring the burden of running a charitable fund
- Creating a personal fund
- Creating a memorial fund
- Trust transfers
Latest News
High Sheriff’s Awards 2022 – Shortlist announced
The High Sheriff of Suffolk Edward Creasy is pleased to announce this year's shortlist! We were thrilled this year to receive over 130 nominations for the High Sheriff's Awards 2022. From every corner of the county, and all walks of life - it really is inspiring to...
Our Founding Chief Executive Stephen Singleton announces plans for his retirement after 17 years service
A word from our Chair... After 17 years as the founding CEO of Suffolk Community Foundation, Stephen Singleton has notified the Foundation’s Board of his intention to retire. Through his phenomenal leadership, immense commitment, and huge passion for making Suffolk a...
Suffolk Community Foundation announced as one of the most influential groups in Suffolk
The East Anglian Daily Times' Suffolk 100 is a collection of one hundred individuals/groups who have made a difference and are influential in the commercial, community or cultural life of the county. It is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the achievements of...
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