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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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Financial support for not-for-profit organisations, working to combat disadvantage and deprivation in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
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Whether you're looking to contribute personally, through your business, or as a charitable trust, we're here to connect you with impactful causes.
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Cornwall’s Vital Signs Report 2025

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.

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An image collage od vdifferent groups from across Cornwall, along with a team photo of the CCF Team

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.

Community stories
Impact strategy

“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.“

Pat Walton - Oasis Centre

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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 applicant.

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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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“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.”

Michael Galsworthy - Founder of the CCF, Fundholder