Looking Back, Looking Forward Last Thursday evening, guests gathered at Nostell Priory to celebrate the Community Foundation’s birthday, and what an evening it turned out to be. When we began…
There was a time when a single television broadcast could stop a nation in its tracks. In 1985, millions of people watched children starving in Ethiopia through the lens of…
You set it up once, probably didn’t think too much about it, and then got on with your life. But here’s what happens on our end: that regular gift becomes…
We recently had the pleasure of attending the Up For Yorkshire’s ‘Shop For The Future’ sustainable fashion show at Selby Abbey. The circular economy Selby town has created is hugely…
Now that the dust has settled, we can truly appreciate what a wonderful night the 2025 Unsung Heroes Awards really was. Nine fantastic winners, an amazing new venue, and hundreds…
We’re pleased to announce our shortlisted Unsung Heroes for 2025! It’s the Foundation’s eighth Unsung Heroes campaign and, once again, we were inundated with nominations of local people and organisations…
The seventh annual Unsung Heroes Awards took place on Friday, October 11 2024. We received an unprecedented number of nominations, more than any other year previously. From the nominations, our…
We’re all about community spirit—and now, thanks to two kind-hearted young girls, we have a very cuddly reminder of just that. Our new bear mascot was donated by Ruby and…
Across the Wakefield District, we’re lucky to have a strong network of charities and community organisations all working towards the same goal: helping people who need a hand. Whether it’s…
We’re excited to share the Spring 2025 edition of our Community Foundation Wakefield District newsletter! Inside, you’ll find inspiring stories of local impact, updates on our latest projects, and ways…
We’re excited to be part of the Citizen Coin scheme—a fantastic initiative that recognises the contributions of local volunteers by offering rewards that can be redeemed at participating businesses across…
We are incredibly grateful to a number of local businesses and branches who have supported our Easter Egg Appeal this year, ensuring that local children receive a special treat this…
At Community Foundation Wakefield District, we believe in the power of reusing, repurposing, and giving back. That’s why we’re thrilled to partner with Mallin & Son through their Beautifully Worn…
Nominations have now closed. It’s that time of year again, where we pay homage to the unsung heroes who give their time and passion selflessly to their local communities. People…
We are thrilled to share that the Coalfields Regeneration Trust has chosen the Community Foundation Wakefield District as one of five community organisations in the Yorkshire coalfields to receive a £1,000 grant. This…
Our Easter Egg Collection is Back for 2025! Christmas is over and Spring is just around the corner, which means it’s time for our Easter Egg Donation Campaign! Once again, the…
We’re living in a digital age. With social media, we can chat to our loved ones and share updates about ourselves online. With video calling, we can have meetings with…
Happy Yorkshire Day! We’ve decided today would be a fantastic day to reveal our exciting announcement… Our new logo! We’ve decided on an umbrella to represent our charity. Our mission…
Are you looking for a way to volunteer and give back to your local community and make a real difference in people’s lives? Look no further than volunteering with Wakefield’s…
Attending fundraising events has always been a significant part of community engagement for businesses. So, what is FOYOMO? FOMO stands for ‘Fear Of Missing Out’, but we want to coin…
We recently caught up with Julie from Prosper Wakefield, who are the Headline Sponsors of the 2024 Unsung Heroes Awards. We asked Julie a few questions about the awards and…
Spring is in the air, and that can only mean one thing – our annual Easter Egg Collection is back! We’ve teamed up with the amazing Wakefield Street Kitchen and Kidz Aware to give…
The year 2023 was a success for Trinity Walk shopping centre in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Footfall returned to pre-pandemic levels, with close to 10 million visits throughout the year. Part…
We’re excited to announce a new collaboration between The Community Give Box and the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group’s Wakefield College. Students studying textile and design at Wakefield College will…
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