About Us

We provide grants to charitable organisations and individuals in Cumbria. We do this by working with people, families, businesses and charitable trusts, helping them to find and fund local groups that are tackling the issues they care about most.


Press releases

New fund inspired by iconic Cumbrian brand

A new fund inspired by the inventor of one of Cumbria’s most iconic brands has been created to help those in need. The Sarah Nelson Fund, named... read more

13.10.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

Cumbria Community Foundation welcomes new Chair

A leading Cumbrian charity has paid tribute to its Chair who has stood down after almost a decade in the role. David Beeby stepped down as... read more

24.09.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

£260,000 Government funding to build social connections

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has extended the Know Your Neighbourhood Fund to March 2026. Through this funding, Cumbria... read more

11.09.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

Working together to create career opportunities in West Cumbria

A new fund has been created to help people into employment in West Cumbria, thanks to a partnership of companies who work together to deliver... read more

05.09.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

Nominate your youth heroes in the Better Tomorrows Awards

Youth workers, youth projects and young volunteers across Cumbria will be celebrated at a new awards ceremony later this year – and you can help... read more

28.07.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

West Cumbria: Opportunities and Challenges 2025

A new report shining a light on the opportunities and challenges facing West Cumbrian communities will be launched at an online event on Tuesday... read more

17.07.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

Patrick uses pedal power to take on 3,000km challenge

A charity trustee is taking on an incredible endurance challenge to raise funds for local Cumbrian communities. Cumbria Community Foundation... read more

09.07.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

Join online launch of report into life in Carlisle

People living and working in Carlisle and the surrounding rural areas are invited to the launch of a landmark report into life in the area.... read more

12.06.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

Engineering firm shows support for Cumbrian communities

Two community projects in West Cumbria have received a financial boost from a charitable fund set up by a local engineering firm. The Shepley... read more

01.05.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

Funding available for young Cumbrian entrepreneurs

Young Cumbrian entrepreneurs can apply for a grant to boost their business, thanks to a new fund being managed by Cumbria Community Foundation.... read more

29.04.2025 • By Cumbria Community Foundation

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