Change lives across Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly
Change lives across Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly
We turn donations into grants for the grassroots groups changing lives across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, with every penny staying local.
Supporting local people
who need it most
Since 2003 we have awarded more than £23m in small grants to charitable groups making a positive impact in their communities. Here, you can find a way to support a Cornish community that’s aligned with your budget and personal or business values.
We couldn’t do it without you.
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20+
Years of impact in Cornwall
£23m+
Awarded in grants
8000+
Organisations supported
105,215+
Beneficiaries supported in 2024
Understanding social need across the county
Understanding social need across the county
A comprehensive snapshot of life in Cornwall – from our environment and economy to housing, health, and community wellbeing.
Funding for your community: Find charity grants
Financial support for not-for-profit organisations, working to combat disadvantage and deprivation in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
The stories that giving makes possible
From young parent support groups to community larders and everything in between, see the stories behind the grants and how we measure their impact across Cornwall and The Isles of Scilly.
The power of community, one sea swim at a time
Every morning, whatever the weather, a welcoming group gathers on Gyllyngvase Beach in Falmouth. Some come for a sea swim, […]
CCF funding helps Loveland grow community, wellbeing and access to local food
We recently visited Finn and Alex at Falmouth Food Co-op to learn more about the incredible work taking place at […]
Cycling towards wellbeing: The Cornwall Bicycle Project story
The Community Fund Cross Country Rail 2025 was recently awarded to Cornwall Bicycle Project. This fund supports community initiatives across […]
“I think it is fair to say that CCF grants have completely changed the lives of many we help and have given people a new purpose in life. By funding things that are so important – hot meals, exercise, simple projects etc people’s lives are changed.“
Take one step closer to supporting a Cornish cause
There are many ways to support Cornish communities through CCF, find the one that’s right for you.
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