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You probably already know that easyfundraising gives your organisation the opportunity to raise free funds every time your network of volunteers and supporters shop online. This month however, if they shop with Tesco via the easyfundraising website or app, your organisation is in the draw to win a £1,000 bonus! To enter the Tesco Community […]

Vital support for people in Cumbria risks disappearing if better funding is not found for charities and community groups. A report published today (April 30th) highlights the work done by health and wellbeing workers, who connect people with community support across the county. Roles such as health and wellbeing coaches and social prescribers spend time […]

My name is Emily Wilson, and I’m the new Barrow Development Officer, here to support voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations across Barrow. My role focuses on: Supporting local groups to develop skills, strengthen governance, and improve long term resilience Providing tailored support, including funding advice, business planning, volunteer management, and monitoring and […]

Could you join us for Give a Day to Kendal—a week dedicated to coming together as a community and making a real difference where it matters most? From 1st–7th June, volunteers, local groups, and businesses will roll up their sleeves to support a range of hands-on projects across Kendal. This is your opportunity to give […]

Welcome to Focus on Funding – your monthly resource to keep you abreast of current and new funding opportunities, and the latest funding news and events. As well as Focus on Funding, you can access our support, including dedicated funding assistance, identifying funding sources, offering advice on strong applications, application reviews, communication with funders, application development […]