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Clare Brooks Director of Philanthropy

Community foundations in the UK. Clare Brooks Director of Philanthropy. Overview Three roles – how they play out in UK context Current climate and future trends. UK network. Overview. Philanthropy’s changing face. Growth . Source of funds – more private than public

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Clare Brooks Director of Philanthropy

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  1. Community foundations in the UK Clare Brooks Director of Philanthropy

  2. Overview Three roles – how they play out in UK context Current climate and future trends UK network

  3. Overview

  4. Philanthropy’s changing face

  5. Growth Source of funds – more private than public 25% growth last year – the value of Challenge funding during a time of recession

  6. Grant-making & community knowledge • The dominance of big brand charities – top 10% receive 90% of sector’s income • Niche: small charities and community groups, typically under £50k – the backbone of communities • 20,000 charities and community groups across the UK funded every year • Our reach: - no one lives more than 20 miles from a group funded by a UK CF

  7. Community knowledgeRole of technology

  8. Leadership • Community Convenor • Community Campaigner • Community Catalyst

  9. The moment is now? Climate and trends Focus on citizen empowerment and communities Time of recession – a squeeze More joint working Move to unlock more money, work it smarter. Doing more grants: social finance

  10. More information www.communityfoundations.org.uk www.localgiving.com

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