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12th June 2025

People living and working in Carlisle and the surrounding rural areas are invited to the launch of a landmark report into life in the area. Carlisle: Opportunities and Challenges was … Continue reading “Join online launch of report into life in Carlisle”

3rd June 2025

Community groups across Cumbria are set to benefit from a new long-term fund established by two of the county’s most dedicated civic leaders. The Matson Ground Fund, founded by Alex … Continue reading “New £1 million fund to support Cumbrian communities over the next decade”

28th May 2025

People in Barrow are being given the chance to help decide how £85,000 of funding is shared among community groups in the town. Residents are asked to bring their local … Continue reading “Help decide how £85,000 of funding is spent in Barrow”

16th May 2025

Cumbria Community Foundation is delighted to announce that it has made the shortlist for this year’s Charity Awards, the longest running and most prestigious awards scheme in the charity sector. … Continue reading “Cumbria Community Foundation shortlisted for the Charity Awards 2025”

Cumbria Community Foundation is delighted to announce that it has made the shortlist for this year’s Charity Awards, the longest-running and most prestigious awards scheme in the charity sector. The … Continue reading “Cumbria Community Foundation shortlisted for the Charity Awards 2025”

1st May 2025

Two community projects in West Cumbria have received a financial boost from a charitable fund set up by a local engineering firm. The Shepley Group Fund was established in 2009 … Continue reading “Engineering firm shows support for Cumbrian communities”