Shaping a brighter future for Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly
Shaping a brighter future for Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly
Connecting philanthropic individuals and businesses with grassroots organisations changing people’s lives across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
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.
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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.
20+
Years of impact in Cornwall
£23m+
Awarded in grants
8000+
Organisations supported
105,215+
Beneficiaries supported in 2024
Backing community initiatives that truly make a difference
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.
CrossCountry Trains Visits Cornwall Grant Recipients
The CrossCountry Trains community fund recently awarded 18 community groups across the county and we were delighted to welcome them […]
Opening Doors to STEM Careers in Cornwall
In May 2024, the Engineering Development Trust were awarded with a grant of £2,000 from the Carew Pole Charitable Trust […]
CCF grants bring generations together in Newquay
The Salvation Army in Newquay has been working to reduce social isolation and build community connections across all age groups […]
“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.“
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Explore the grant guide
Here you can find all of the information you need to start your grant application. Follow our step-by-step process, whether it is your first time applying, or you are a returning applicantA person or organisation applying for funding..
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.
“The CCF is one of the most significant bodies in Cornwall which has had an almost incalculable effect on our local economy and brought comfort and help to so many men, women and children across the county who would otherwise be impoverished, in hardship and lacking opportunity.”
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When Purpose Meets Possibility: Celebrating Partnership and Impact
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The Headland Community Fund: Transforming tourism into community impact
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Leave a Legacy That Lasts: How a Gift in Your Will Can Transform Cornwall’s Communities
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Cornwall Christmas Fair returns to the Eden Project: Tickets now available
The Cornwall Christmas Fair, supporting the Cornwall Community Foundation, returns to the Eden Project on 19th and 20th November offering […]