£75m milestone, thanks to another successful year of grant making

30th July 2026

Cumbria Community Foundation has hit the incredible milestone of £75 million given out to grassroots good causes across the county. Set up in 1999 to inspire local giving and help … Continue reading “£75m milestone, thanks to another successful year of grant making”

Bright young business brains bring ideas to life

17th July 2026

Young Cumbrian entrepreneurs showed off their innovative business ideas, from AI virtual assistants to African food, at two celebration events this week. Fifteen young people from Furness and West Cumbria … Continue reading “Bright young business brains bring ideas to life”

Tender opportunity: CCF website development

24th June 2026

Cumbria Community Foundation (CCF) is inviting tenders from suitably qualified organisations to design and develop a new website, creating a modern and engaging platform that reflects its work and impact … Continue reading “Tender opportunity: CCF website development”

Responding to local need across Cumbria

A community allotment, a village hub, and help for young people bereaved by suicide are among projects supported by a life-changing fund in its first year. The Matson Ground Fund … Continue reading “Responding to local need across Cumbria”

Have your say on community funding for Barrow

19th May 2026

An exciting funding programme for community projects in Barrow, led by local residents, is back for a second year.  In total, £85,000 of grant funding is available to support community … Continue reading “Have your say on community funding for Barrow”

Engineering firm shows support for Cumbrian communities

30th April 2026

Nine community projects across Cumbria have received a financial boost totalling more than £14,000 from a charitable fund set up by a local engineering firm. The Shepley Group Fund was … Continue reading “Engineering firm shows support for Cumbrian communities”