Three iconic Cumbrian landmarks have been wrapped in giant scarves to mark the launch of Cumbria Community Foundation’s 2024 Winter Warmth Appeal. As Cumbria prepares itself for another winter in […]
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Scout and Guide leaders get digital boost from Fibrus
Community groups in Workington have received grants to help them make the most of digital opportunities. The funding has come from Full Fibre broadband company Fibrus, which launched the Fibrus […]
Life’s a beach when you have to launch a charity challenge in the freezing rain
A hardy team braved icy rain on St Bees beach yesterday morning to launch an appeal for businesses to tackle a Coast to Coast challenge to raise money for Cumbrian […]
Wind farm generates £1m in community benefits
A wind farm between Longtown and Gretna has paid more than £1m in grants to the local community. The nine turbines at Beck Burn began generating electricity in 2017 producing […]
Lakeland shoppers back South Cumbrian charities
Charity groups who support young people and pensioners across South Cumbria are amongst those benefiting from the generosity of shoppers at kitchenware retailer Lakeland. The Windermere-based business, which has 58 […]
Life-changing work of Community Foundation highlighted at silver anniversary celebrations
Tens of thousands of people have been supported by grants of more than £65m, thanks to 25 years of work by a Cumbrian charitable organisation. The revelation came as Cumbria […]
Bid to boost job and exam hopes for Furness youngsters
Cumbria Community Foundation is leading an initiative to improve exam performance and job opportunities for young people in Furness. Its research shows that one-in-four of Furness’ working-age population have no […]
Backing for West Cumbria’s young entrepreneurs
Ten young West Cumbrians are going into business thanks to an initiative from Cumbria Community Foundation and the Centre for Leadership Performance. Positive Enterprise provides budding entrepreneurs with a £1,000 […]
Funding provides respite from cold and energy bills
Walking football sessions for over 50s at Carlisle United are among a number of ‘Warm Spots’ to benefit from a fund helping people cope with their energy bills this winter. […]
Cumbrian youth scheme gets lottery boost
Over 200 youth workers are to be trained to help young people in Cumbria fulfil their potential thanks to a £445,270 National Lottery grant. The youth workers will be trained […]
Old folk fear Cumbrian winter – but here’s how you can help
Older people across Cumbria are worried about the winter ahead with many unable to afford to heat their homes. Andrew Purvis, 72, said: “I worry about using electricity. The price […]
Call issued for young people to make a difference in their community
Young people with a passion for where they live are being encouraged to ensure their voice is heard and make a difference to their community. Cumbria Community Foundation is looking […]
Helping refugees build new lives in Cumbria
Refugees who have escaped with their lives from war-torn countries have spoken of their appreciation to Cumbrians after finding sanctuary here. Families from countries including Ukraine, Afghanistan and Syria have […]
Legacy of a dedicated lady and a Brampton townhouse lives on thanks to Cumbria Community Foundation
Laurel House in Brampton is still supporting older people in the community more than half a century after it opened its doors, despite being sold almost 20 years ago. The […]
South Lakeland joins global network of ‘age friendly’ cities and communities
Older people living in south Cumbria are thriving, thanks to a dedicated mission to make the area more socially inclusive. As members of the UK Network of Age Friendly Communities, […]
West Cumbrian engineering firm celebrates £100,000 of grants to local good causes
A West Cumbrian engineering firm has reached a milestone of £100,000 given to local good causes. Whitehaven-based Shepley Engineers, which celebrates its 75th birthday this year, set up its Shepley […]
Event celebrates success of young West Cumbrian entrepreneurs
Seven inspiring young West Cumbrians, who started their own businesses, have been praised for their nous and ingenuity. All seven took part in Positive Enterprise, an initiative from Cumbria Community […]
Better Tomorrows improves life chances of young Cumbrians
A new initiative to encourage more people into youth work in Cumbria has been hailed as a resounding success and is already transforming lives. Better Tomorrows was launched by David […]