Wiltshire Community Foundation is an independent charity dedicated to tackling disadvantage and strengthening local communities by inspiring local philanthropy and supporting the voluntary sector. Due to the generosity of local people giving through us, we have grown into one of the largest grant-giving organisations in Wiltshire and Swindon.
Each year we award over £1 million through hundreds of grants to grassroots voluntary and community groups doing vital work in their neighbourhoods. Our education grants also give young people the chance to improve their development, learning and future employment prospects.
We carry out research into local need to ensure our support is targeted where it is needed most. By tackling the most pressing local issues we can help build stronger communities. As well as financial support we organise events, training and advice sessions to help the voluntary and community sector build their skills, capacity, knowledge and networks.
We believe that to meet the long-term needs of our community, we need resources with longevity so we have a range of ways that people can give. Our giving options are tailored to suit donors’ motivations and are effective whether they want to make an immediate impact – or a difference for years to come. Many of our donors have set up funds for the long-term, recognising that pooling their assets achieves more. These funds are invested and each year the returns they generate are made available for grant-making.
Since the Foundation was established in 1975, more than £18 million has been awarded in grants in Wiltshire and Swindon, making a real and lasting difference to the most disadvantaged £18 people in our county.
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Wiltshire Community Foundation is an independent charity dedicated to tackling disadvantage and strengthening local communities by inspiring local philanthropy and supporting the voluntary sector. Read more
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Wiltshire Creative is a pan arts organisation including, Salisbury Arts Centre, International Arts Festival and Playhouse. Read more
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The Stars Appeal is the NHS charity for Salisbury District Hospital. Every day, projects funded by the charity help hundreds of patients at Salisbury District Hospital and support the NHS staff who care for them. Read more
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Well-City Salisbury, brings together the experience and skills of four Salisbury-based organisations; ArtCare, The Salisbury Museum, Wessex Archaeology and Wiltshire Creative. Read more
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Julia's House children's hospice is a lifeline for local families caring for a child with a life-limiting or life-threatening condition. Read more
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Every year, Salisbury Hospice provides specialist end of life care to 1,000 local people with life-limiting conditions. Read more
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Wiltshire Digital Drive is a Community Interest Company dedicated to bridging the Digital Divide in Wiltshire and surrounding counties. Read more
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The Refuge provides temporary accommodation to up to 12 women and their children who have experienced domestic abuse. Read more
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Naomi House & Jacksplace enhance families lives through the provision of supportive and specialist medical care for life-limited and life-threatened children and young adults. Read more
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We are passionate about the support we give to our community. In addition, our speakers give presentations to schools, colleges, clubs and other organisations as part of our Outreach programme. Read more
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The Gurkha Welfare Trust has been working in Nepal for over 50 years, delivering essential financial and medical aid to Gurkha veterans and widows. Read more
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The Foodbank is there for all the people of Salisbury. We help anyone in need regardless of who they are or their circumstances. Read more