Together we’ve given local charities over £31 million Since 2002

Thanks to the generosity of our many local donors, funders and partners, we’ve provided £31 million of vital funding for small, local charities across the county. Through their work, we’ve changed thousands of lives for the better and helped build stronger communities in Somerset where everyone can thrive.

You’ll find a host of inspiring Impact Stories about the difference we’ve made together below.

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In 2023/24 we awarded over £4 million of funding to local charities, community groups, individuals and social enterprises.

We’ve funded a huge range of causes, from youth projects to support for older people with dementia, and from mental health groups to community hubs.

We’ve also continued to grow our grants to individuals, awarding nearly 400 grants, totalling £221,494.

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Overall funding awarded in 2023-24

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Typical grant awarded to groups

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Groups supported in 2023-24

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Of our funding supported Somerset’s most deprived communities

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Individuals supported in 2023-24

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Typical income of groups we funded

HOW DO WE MEASURE THE IMPACT OF OUR FUNDING?

Measuring the difference that our funding has made is a vital part of our work. It allows us to direct funds to where they will have the most impact and share feedback and insights with donors and funders. Funded groups report their impact back to us in different ways, depending on the size and type of funding we provided. In every case, we align their work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, helping us all to think global, and act local.

More about how we measure impact

Our impact stories

County-wide

How Women’s Work Lab is helping Somerset Mums rebuild confidence and secure meaningful employment

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Exploring self-advocacy alongside people with learning disabilities in Somerset

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Somerset Fund supports Somerset African Caribbean Network

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The Mulberry Somerset Community Fund 

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Museum to You brings joy to local older people

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20 Years of Changing Young Lives at 2BU

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Hunt’s Food Group Community Fund

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Surviving Winter helps Harry through tough times

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How Surviving Winter stopped Joyce’s worries

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Jane’s story – finding joy through giving  

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Nick’s story – a bright idea to transform young lives

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Working in partnership to support Old Mill’s clients

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The Nelson Trust: changing women’s lives in Bridgwater

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Over £250,000 to help PROMISEworks change young lives

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Ups and Downs Southwest helps Oliver thrive

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Surviving Winter grant came just in time for Audrey

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Historic bursary fund transferred to SCF

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The Old Mill Fund 

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The Graham Burrough Trust

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