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News

Championing community work with the High Sheriff

May 2, 2025

One of our Philanthropy Managers, Alex Stewart, visited two community groups the Foundation supports in West Sussex with the High Sheriff.

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Last chance to apply for Rampion Community Fund grants in 2025

April 15, 2025

The Rampion Community Benefit Fund closes on Friday 2 May for 2025 applications, with around £160,000 available for grants of up to £10,000 for community projects supporting nature conservation, marine ecology and environmental improvements. It also includes grants of up to £20,000 for capital projects to improve community buildings in terms of energy conservation and renewable energy generation

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Mental Health: The Big Conversation

March 28, 2025

Jackie Wilkes, Philanthropy Manager at the Foundation, recently attended ‘The Big Conversation’ hosted by the High Sheriff of East Sussex to talk all about mental health. Below she shared some insights about the event.

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Blog

The gender dynamics of wealth transfer and philanthropy.

Michael Lawrence, Managing Director at Global Wealthmap Ltd, discusses women’s important role in promoting social good.

By Michael Lawrence - Managing Director, Global Wealthmap Ltd

100 Days in: what I’ve learned as Head of Philanthropy at Sussex Community Foundation

Vicky Booth shares what she's been up to during her first 100 days as Head of Philanthropy at the Foundation.

A photo of Vicky Booth, Head of Philanthropy at Sussex Community Foundation

By Vicky Booth - Head of Philanthropy

Meet our fundholders: Jeremy Field OBE, C.P.J. Field

In this blog, we meet one of our fundholders who has supported us through the years. Jeremy Field OBE, Co-Chief Executive at C.P.J. Field, writes about his experience as a fundholder at Sussex Community Foundation.

By Jeremy Field OBE, Co-Chief Executive - C.P.J. Field

Reports

Reaching Potential Executive Summary

This Executive Summary looks into the key findings highlighted by the Reaching Potential report.

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Reaching Potential

Our latest report in the Sussex Uncovered series. It highlights the challenges faced by our county, and the vital role of local charities in helping those who are disadvantaged so they can reach their full potential. The report highlights the importance of education and training for children and young people to achieve a good quality […]

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