Guidelines
Funding themes and project requirements
As an independent grant-making foundation in East Sussex, we champion community projects and social enterprises within the BN postcode area. We provide support to empower those committed to positive change in social and environmental wellbeing.
Our Annual Community Grant program welcomes and supports existing partners who are committed to making a difference.
Every project we support must contribute to the collective wellbeing of the environment and society, ensuring prosperity for both people and the planet. We strongly recommend that projects applying, align with one or more of our specified themes, with a particular emphasis on supporting local initiatives:
Education for Empowerment: Enabling access to quality education, promoting lifelong learning and fostering skills and development to empower individuals and communities for a brighter future.
Health & Wellbeing: Investing in healthcare solutions, preventive measures, and wellness programs that enhance the overall health and wellbeing of diverse populations, ensuring a robust and resilient society.
Environmental Stewardship: Supporting projects that champion conservation, sustainable practices and ecological restoration, contributing to the preservation and regeneration of our planet’s natural resources.
Social Innovation and Inclusion: Backing initiatives that promote social justice, equity and inclusion, striving to build a society where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to the collective progress.
Arts and Culture: Nurturing creativity, preserving heritage, and fostering cultural exchange to enrich societies, promote diversity, and strengthen the fabric of communities.