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Reaching Potential: OCSI's work with the Foundation to understand the challenges in Sussex

OCSI's Aaron Henderson tells us how they worked with the Foundation on the Reaching Potential report to understand the challenges in Sussex.

By Aaron Henderson, Communications Officer at OCSI

One year in: trustee Deirdre's perspective on joining the Foundation

Deirdre Prower joined the Foundation as a trustee in 2023. Below she tells us about her position, one year into the role.

By Deirdre Prower - Trustee

How financial planning and charitable gifting can go hand in hand

Tracey Payne, Investment Director at Herbert Scott, tells us how they support their clients through meaningful financial planning advice, including charitable giving.

By Tracey Payne - Investment Director, Herbert Scott

Spotlight on... Worthing

We learnt from our recent Tackling Poverty report that many Worthing residents are experiencing significant levels of deprivation. This is a common trend for most coastal communities in Sussex, where poverty rates are notably high.

By Sally Horrox - Head of Marketing & Engagement

Spotlight on... Brighton & Hove

Our Tackling Poverty report found the highest levels of deprivation are around the Sussex coast, with the eight most underprivileged towns situated in coastal communities, including Brighton & Hove.

By Zoe Gandey - Events & Communications Coordinator

Are Sussex families paying too much in Inheritance Tax?

Martin Roberts. Trustee at Sussex Community Foundation, looks into the latest data on Inheritance Tax (IHT), focusing specifically on estates in Sussex.

By Martin Roberts - Trustee

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