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We help anyone become a philanthropist by starting a charitable fund, leaving a legacy or giving with others.

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We support local charities, voluntary groups and talented people through funds set up by our donors.

Knowledge and leadership

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We share our expertise, shine a light on important issues and work with others to make change happen.

Changing the world on your doorstep

We match generous people with important community causes. Every year, we award grants to hundreds of small charities in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, and across North East England, through funds set up by our donors.

Why are people going hungry in North East England?

Our latest Vital Signs report examines the problem of food poverty, and how philanthropy is helping to tackle it.

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Join The Giving Network

Together we can change lives.

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Last chance to have your say!

We would like you to take part in our 10-year study of the voluntary and community sector across the North of England.

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Our impact

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Active ageing through Golden Games

Young people benefit from wind farm funded water sports activities

Inter-generational project inspires learning and laughter

Small charity grows following support from Community Foundation

New service launched for older people with complex needs in West Northumberland

£7.8m

Grants awardedIn 2018-19 we awarded 1,515 grants totalling

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Give to the causes that inspire you

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Changing the world on your doorstep

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Why are people going hungry in North East England?

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Our impact

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