Helping Charities in the North East | Community Foundation
Local giving. Lasting impact.
We’re a charity that since 1988 has guided effective giving to support causes across Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and the wider region. We inspire philanthropy, invest in communities and influence change to build a thriving, generous and inclusive North East today and for generations to come.
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Our new strategy and refreshed identity
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a refreshed identity, to help
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meet the most significant needs and opportunities of the
North East
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£182m
Total amount awarded by the Community Foundation since being established
£8.9m
Total amount of grants awarded 2024/25
1,224
Number of grants awarded 2024/25
597
Number of organisations receiving grants 2024/25
Our impact
Stories about how we work with donors to make a difference to people and places in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland and across North East England
Northern Powergrid Fund Connects Women and Girls with Nature
Northern Powergrid Fund Connects Women and Girls with Nature
Funding Supports Biodiversity and Community at Dilston Physic Garden
Funding Supports Biodiversity and Community at Dilston Physic Garden
Fogo Fund helps Wingrove Primary School create a welcoming space for families
Fogo Fund helps Wingrove Primary School create a welcoming space for families
Sport as a Bridge to Belonging
Sport as a Bridge to Belonging
Bringing Wetlands to Life: Community and Biodiversity Thrive at Shotley Grove
Bringing Wetlands to Life: Community and Biodiversity Thrive at Shotley Grove
Leave a gift in your Will
By leaving a gift in your will to the Community Foundation and you can create your own legacy, helping your community, and the causes you care about
North East Roots Fund
The Fund is for people outside of the North East, with links to the area, who would like to give back.
News and events
Latest news
Latest events
Independent evaluation report published for the Know Your Neighbourhood Fund
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Independent evaluation report published for the Know Your Neighbourhood Fund
Community Foundation North East hosts Ministerial launch of Government’s place‑based philanthropy plan
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Community Foundation North East hosts Ministerial launch of Government’s place‑based philanthropy plan
Empowering the Next Generation of Trustees
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Empowering the Next Generation of Trustees
Curtin PARP Fund Reaches £1 Million in Transformational Giving
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Curtin PARP Fund Reaches £1 Million in Transformational Giving
High Sheriff Fund Shines a Light on Organisations Supporting Children and Young People Across Tyne & Wear
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High Sheriff Fund Shines a Light on Organisations Supporting Children and Young People Across Tyne & Wear
First Trusteeship Gathering (online) – Friday 1st May 2026 (12:00 – 13:00)
Events
First Trusteeship Gathering (online) – Friday 1st May 2026 (12:00 – 13:00)
Time to Talk – Wednesday 6 May 2026 (10:00 – 12:00)
Events
Time to Talk – Wednesday 6 May 2026 (10:00 – 12:00)
Chairing Network – Thursday 7 May 2026 (09:00-11:00)
Events
Chairing Network – Thursday 7 May 2026 (09:00-11:00)
Time to Talk – On the road (Blyth) – Tuesday 09 June 2026 (10:00 – 12:00)
Events
Time to Talk – On the road (Blyth) – Tuesday 09 June 2026 (10:00 – 12:00)
The Perfect Pitch – Tuesday 16th June 2026 (09:00 – 14:00)
Events
The Perfect Pitch – Tuesday 16th June 2026 (09:00 – 14:00)
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Get in touch with our team by filling out the form or alternatively, see our contact details below.
0191 222 0945
general@communityfoundation.org.uk
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