News & insights

Here you’ll find the latest news on all things philanthropy and funding, as well as updates on our research and blogs written by our team.

10 September 2025

Introducing our new Trustee, Francis Clark

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8 August 2025

Outpouring of support for Together for West Somerset Appeal

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30 July 2025

A warm welcome to our new Trustee, James Shakespeare

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28 July 2025

£200,000 Fund boosts energy efficiency in Somerset’s community buildings

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24 July 2025

Community raises over £90,000 to support those affected by Exmoor coach crash

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21 July 2025

Together for West Somerset Appeal launched after Exmoor coach crash

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8 July 2025

Victoria Park Community Centre awarded £46,626 grant from Hinkley Point C Community Fund to transform Bridgwater hub

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28 May 2025

From mansion to mission: The Eagle House Trust story

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19 May 2025

Hinkley Point C Community Fund supports inclusive social events for adults with learning disabilities

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8 May 2025

Breaking the silence: Somerset’s local groups tackle men's mental health

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24 April 2025

Putting communities in charge: Yeovil's participatory grant-making pilot

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2 April 2025

Rooted in vision: How 1 meeting in 2006 created a lasting legacy for Somerset

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19 March 2025

Bringing comfort home: Local hospices receive £300,000 boost from Hinkley Point C Community Fund

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5 March 2025

Writing for all: Why accessible communication should be everyone's priority

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4 February 2025

Good for business, good for communities, good for Somerset: The power of giving collectively for Somerset businesses

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29 January 2025

Farewell to Mary Hancock: Celebrating 12 transformative years at Somerset Community Foundation

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29 January 2025

From acorns to oaks: Reflecting on 20 years of partnership with Summerfield Developments

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19 December 2024

Somerset Community Foundation awards over £350,000 to local community-led businesses to help boost rural economy

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4 December 2024

£25,000 funding for Ilminster: Celebrating local projects and community spirit

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28 November 2024

Local developer lays the foundations for helping to strengthen Somerset communities

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21 November 2024

Gift the Deepest Somerset book and make a charitable impact this Christmas

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20 November 2024

Stacked Wonky young performers light up Sadler’s Wells main stage

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6 November 2024

Surviving Winter appeal launches as Somerset pensioners face fuel poverty

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31 October 2024

Trail blazing local family raises £10,000 for Somerset charities

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30 October 2024

Partnership Fund helps to stop waste and grow community connections

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2 October 2024

Over £140,000 awarded to community groups to make neighbourhoods safer

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23 September 2024

Over £3,000 raised for Somerset Community Foundation at annual charity boules tournament

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23 September 2024

Bridgwater station converts new room for community use thanks to HPC Community Fund

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12 September 2024

Safeguarding: Why it’s crucial in our funding decisions

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14 August 2024

A message from our Chief Executive

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