About
Since 2001, Northamptonshire Community Foundation has distributed more than £24 million to charities, projects and individuals across the county. It manages named and donor funds, including the Rural Needs Fund, the Young People's Fund and the Northamptonshire High Sheriff's Initiative Fund, and builds endowment so that local giving can support future generations. Each year the Rose of Northamptonshire Awards celebrate the groups and individuals who make a difference in their communities.
Key Metrics
Key Metric 1
Northamptonshire Community Foundation awarded £1.11 million in grants in 2024/25, supporting 162,584 beneficiaries.
Key Metric 2
More than £24 million has been distributed since 2001 to over 4,000 charities, projects and individuals.
Key Metric 3
The Foundation holds more than £20 million in endowment for future generations, and 227 people were volunteering regularly through funded projects.
Key Outcomes
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13,553 people reported an increased sense of belonging and 7,136 reported improved social networks through funded projects.
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7,070 people reported improved mental health and wellbeing, and 6,878 people reported feeling safer in their community.
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A member of Northampton Irish Support Group moved from isolation to active participation, saying: 'If it wasn't for Northampton Irish Support Group, I would be sat alone in my flat with nobody to talk to.'