22 September 2022

Somerset Community Foundation celebrates £20 million of funding for local charities in 20 years

Local charity Somerset Community Foundation (SCF) is celebrating its 20^th anniversary and also marking an incredible milestone, having awarded £20 million of funding to thousands of Somerset’s local charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises since 2002.

At a recently held a reception to mark the occasion alongside their supporters, friends and volunteers at The Newt in Somerset, SCF Chief Executive, Justin Sargent, reflected on the last 20 years and said of the milestone: “If you had told me 17 years ago when I joined SCF that we would be here today having awarded £20 million in funding, I’m not sure I would have believed you. But I have always believed in the fundamental ability of communities to change the world for the better. I am tremendously grateful to the supporters, volunteers and charities who, over the last 20 years, have put their trust in us, who have shown the courage to tackle the most pressing challenges in our society, and who have worked in true partnership with us to make Somerset a better place for everyone.”

Justin also expressed his gratitude to all the trustees and staff that have been part of the Foundation’s 20-year journey.