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New trustees appointed to board

28th March 2024

Cumbria Community Foundation has welcomed three new members to its board of trustees. Patrick Boggon, Georgina Smith and Rachael Stephenson were officially appointed at the Foundation’s March board meeting. Patrick … Continue reading “New trustees appointed to board”

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Lakeland shoppers back South Cumbrian charities

Good causes across South Cumbria are benefiting from the generosity of shoppers at kitchenware retailer Lakeland. The Windermere-based business, which has 58 shops and mail order customers all over the … Continue reading “Lakeland shoppers back South Cumbrian charities”

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High Sheriff celebrates county’s charities

22nd March 2024

Charity workers and volunteers from across Cumbria were rewarded and thanked at an award ceremony this week, recognising their tireless efforts to enhance and enrich their local communities. Representatives from … Continue reading “High Sheriff celebrates county’s charities”

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Bid to boost job and exam hopes for Furness youngsters

28th February 2024

Cumbria Community Foundation is leading an initiative to improve exam performance and job opportunities for young people in Furness. Its research shows that one-in-four of Furness’ working-age population have no … Continue reading “Bid to boost job and exam hopes for Furness youngsters”

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Fundraising family reaches £50,000 target

19th February 2024

The family of Cockermouth musician, Bridget Hilton, is marking what would have been her 80th birthday by announcing the opening of Bridget’s Magical Music Pot. Bridget died in 2018 from … Continue reading “Fundraising family reaches £50,000 target”

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Backing West Cumbria’s young entrepreneurs

2nd February 2024

Ten young West Cumbrians are going into business thanks to an initiative from Cumbria Community Foundation and the Centre for Leadership Performance. Positive Enterprise provides budding entrepreneurs with a £1,000 … Continue reading “Backing West Cumbria’s young entrepreneurs”

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