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News

Last chance to apply to 2026 Rampion Fund

May 8, 2026

A community centre in Newhaven could save as much as £5,000 a year on its energy bills, thanks to a grant from Rampion Wind Farm’s Community Benefit Fund, which has made a last call for 2026 applications, closing on 19 May.

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Accessible rides for all: Pedal People welcome new trikes

April 29, 2026

Polly Kruger, one of our Grants & Relationships Managers, recently visited Pedal People to see the latest additions to their highly accessible cycle fleet.

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Sussex Community Foundation appoints new Chief Executive

April 27, 2026

Sussex Community Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Julian Caddy as our new Chief Executive, joining the Foundation at an exciting moment as we prepare to enter our 20th anniversary year.

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Blog

Community at the heart: reflections from my first month

In his first blog as Chief Executive, Julian Caddy reflects on his early weeks at Sussex Community Foundation, approving over £680,000 in grants, meeting community foundation leaders from across the UK, and gaining a deeper understanding of both the scale of need and the strength of community action across Sussex.

By Julian Caddy - CEO of Sussex Community Foundation

The quiet crisis that donors won’t name

Alistair Wickens, Founder of Impactology, reflects on the quiet identity crisis that follows a business exit, and how philanthropy can become a meaningful second act.

By Alistair Wickens - Founder of Impactology

Why supporting parents is key to improving children’s mental health

Hansa Raja, Chief Executive of Holding Space, shared her journey to establishing the charity and explains the importance of supporting parents in improving children's mental health.