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Network clients and opportunities
CFN delivers network-wide programmes on behalf of a wide portfolio of funders and organisations, public and private.
Clients
CFN is a strategic partner of the Cabinet Office. CFN was extensively consulted on the design and content of the government's £130 million Grassroots Grants programme. Community foundations manage over 90% of the £80 million grant programme and the £50 million endowment challenge – which can see your donations more than doubled. Grassroots Grants runs until March 2011 (England only). |
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| CFN is the managing trustee of Big Lottery Fund's Fair Share Trust programme. This £50 million programme tackles disadvantage in areas that have not previously received their fair share of national lottery funds. Runs until 2013 (UK-wide). |
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Managing agent for Comic Relief funds. This £6 million programme supports community groups who are using a range of activities, including sport, to:
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| Managing agent for a BASIS capacity building programme for members in the south west. Runs until 2011. |  |
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| Partner in the 3 year Capacity Builders National Support Services – Collaboration Benefits. Provides training and support to comunity and voluntary organisations wanting to develop strong and successful partnerships. Runs until 2011, England only. |  |
CFN and community foundations manage corporate grant making programmes on behalf of many blue chip clients and other organisations including:
- Adobe
- Allianz Insurance plc
- BAA
- Four Acre Trust
- Henry Smith Charity
- Keepmoat
- Mars
- Roll-Royce
Benefits of working through CFN
A partnership with CFN and the network of community foundations can offer one of the most effective ways of supporting local charities in the UK.
We can take care of the administration, leaving you to focus on setting your community investment strategies or corporate social responsibility programmes and reviewing the results.
We have a demonstrable track record of delivery and experience of working with a wide range of funders and clients.
Your involvement can be as much or as little as you want, depending on your and your stakeholders requirements.
We can offer a full promotional services and bespoke reporting systems, as well as the ability to capture best practice and learning.
For more information on how CFN can help your company or organisation deliver its community investment programmes, please contact Lesley Talbot, Programme and Operations Director, or phone 020 7713 9326.
For grant applicants
If you are looking for funding, applications to these programmes should be made through a local community foundation. Your local foundation's website will show which of these programmes it runs and explain how to apply.
Commmunity Foundation Network Registered office: 12 Angel Gate, 320-326 City Road, London, EC1V 2PT Company registration number 2651777, registered in England and Wales. Registered charity number 1004630
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