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Community Foundation North East is pleased to announce the transfer of assets from the R.W Mann Trust. Following the transfer, the Foundation will hold funds totalling more than £3.4 million, continuing a legacy of local giving rooted in the belief that small amounts of funding can make a big difference.
Su Legg, Senior Philanthropy Advisor at Community Foundation North East, said:
“We are honoured to carry forward the R.W Mann Trust’s legacy. The Trust’s belief in the power of local organisations to create meaningful change remains as relevant today as ever. By supporting smaller, community-led groups, many of which rely on volunteers, we can ensure this funding reaches those closest to local challenges.”
The R.W Mann Trust Fund will support projects improving lives across Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, with a particular focus on the east end of Newcastle, North Tyneside, and south east Northumberland.
Funding will prioritise smaller, community-based organisations, particularly those led or supported by volunteers.
The Trust was established by Dr Reginald W Mann, who moved to Whitley Bay in 1920. A successful industrialist, he co-founded Victor Products in Wallsend in 1929 and was a committed civic leader, playing a key role in local initiatives, including the development of a community hall in Whitley Bay. He believed that relatively small amounts of funding could have a significant impact and was passionate about giving back to the region that supported his business success.
John Hamilton OBE, DL, former Trust Secretary at the R.W Mann Trust and appointed Fund Advisor, said:
“Having been involved with Community Foundation North East since it was first established in 1988, I have seen the impact that thoughtful, community-led funding can have over many years. The transfer of the R.W Mann Trust ensures Reg’s generous legacy will continue to support the communities it was intended to help. It is particularly important that these funds will benefit smaller organisations and volunteer-led groups, where even modest support can have a lasting impact.”
If you would like to discuss the application process further, reach out to Su Legg using the contact form below.
Contact Su Legg
Su manages a portfolio of funds for individual, family and business donors, and has specialist knowledge around health, wellbeing and sports activities.
sl@communityfoundation.org.uk