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National recognition for Transforming West Cumbria
1st December 2025
Transforming West Cumbria, led by Sellafield Ltd and Cumbria Community Foundation, has been honoured as Social Value Initiative of the Year at the prestigious Institute of Economic Development (iED) Annual … Continue reading “National recognition for Transforming West Cumbria”
Read More...Youth work heroes celebrated at Better Tomorrows Awards
13th November 2025
Youth workers, youth projects and young volunteers from across Cumbria were celebrated at a new awards ceremony this week. The Better Tomorrows Awards 2025 were created to shine a spotlight … Continue reading “Youth work heroes celebrated at Better Tomorrows Awards”
Read More...Help older Cumbrians stay warm this winter – every pound doubled
10th November 2025
As winter approaches and temperatures plummet, older people across Cumbria are sharing their fears of having to make an impossible choice: heat their homes or put food on the table. … Continue reading “Help older Cumbrians stay warm this winter – every pound doubled”
Read More...Match funding challenge to tackle West Cumbria’s mental health crisis
29th October 2025
We’re calling on people to help us tackle West Cumbria’s growing mental health crisis by pledging support to fund vital community-based services. The West Cumbria Mental Health Partnership (WCMHP) programme … Continue reading “Match funding challenge to tackle West Cumbria’s mental health crisis”
Read More...New fund inspired by iconic Cumbrian brand
13th October 2025
A new fund inspired by the inventor of one of Cumbria’s most iconic brands has been created to help those in need. The Sarah Nelson Fund, named after the woman … Continue reading “New fund inspired by iconic Cumbrian brand”
Read More...Chief Executive appointed Deputy Lieutenant
1st October 2025
Cumbria Community Foundation welcomes the news that our Chief Executive, Andy Beeforth OBE, has been appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for the county. Andy, who has led the Foundation since it … Continue reading “Chief Executive appointed Deputy Lieutenant”
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