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£100,000 grant boosts Wolverhampton’s reuse hub
Community organisations across the West Midlands are beginning to receive vital funding to boost climate action, innovation and environmental sustainability. To drive forward the climate agenda and support local change, the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA)...
£1m Mary Court opens to tackle homelessness in Northfield
A ground-breaking initiative which will provide move-on accommodation for those who have experienced homelessness has been launched in Birmingham. YMCA Heart of England has officially opened Mary Court in Northfield - a transitional housing block consisting of 27...
Inclusive Communities Fund receives incredible response with £57 million worth of applications received since November
The Inclusive Communities Fund has received over £57 million in funding requests since it was launched in November 2023 following an incredible response from organisations across the West Midlands. The Fund will close to applications on 5th February 2024 at 5pm.
Embracing New Beginnings: A CEO’s Welcome to 2024
As we begin 2024, I’m hopeful for another successful year in supporting our regional voluntary and community sector. We had much to celebrate last year, not least securing our largest ever programme - the £9 million Inclusive Communities Fund. So, as we welcome...
Festive Period: Office Opening Times
The Community Foundation will be closed over the holiday period for Christmas and New Year to allow our team time to rest and enjoy the festive period with friends and family. Our office will be formally closed after the 21st...
£1.9m Awarded for Local Communities: A Snapshot of our Grant making so far in 2023/24
Dear Friends and Partners, As we move into winter, it's the perfect time to take stock of our impact across the Midlands. Guided by our vision for a fairer, happier, and healthier community, and propelled by our mission to connect donors with impactful initiatives,...
Vacancy: Grants Officer, Nov 2023
Join Us in Making a Difference! Grants Officer - Heart of England Community Foundation Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per year Contract: Fixed Term - 18 months Location: Coventry - Flexible Working - We will consider flexible...
The Changing Landscape of Civil Society and the launch of the Inclusive Communities Fund
My blog on the latest civil society data and the launch of the new £9m Inclusive communities fund Change is a constant factor for the Third Sector. As the Chief Executive of Heart of England Community Foundation, I've had a...
£9 Million Legacy Fund Launches, Uniting Communities Across West Midlands
6th November 2023 Today marks a significant milestone in our commitment to building stronger, healthier, and more connected communities in the West Midlands. We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Inclusive Communities Fund, following months of careful...
Community Environment Fund: £1 million to revive nature and boost climate resilience
Communities can bid for a share of a new £1 million fund set up to support green schemes that connect local people to nature and bolster the region’s resilience to climate change. The Community Environment Fund - part of the Commonwealth Games Legacy Enhancement...
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