Our hidden health heroes
Every day across our region there’s a workforce of unsung heroes who are delivering innovative and vital solutions to some of the most complex and pressing health issues we face in our society.
Why small charities matter, and why they deserve our support
Around 96% of all UK charities have incomes under £1 million. That’s a staggering fact. These are often volunteer-led, stretched for resources, and juggling governance, service delivery and fundraising all at once.
Seeing the life changing impact of grassroots support
HIWCF was delighted to host its first Seeing Is Believing visit of the year in Kempshott, Basingstoke on 1 May. This unique event provides an opportunity for HIWCF donors and fundholders to see the impact of their generosity in deprived communities within Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Investing in skills across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
I have focused on addressing the impact of poverty and deprivation throughout my career in the public sector, including my role as Chief Strategy Officer at Southampton City Council and continue to do so now through my voluntary work. During this time, I have seen both the deep-rooted challenges that hold people back from fulfilling their potential.
From individual impact to collective strength: how HIWCF is transforming local giving
At Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF), we champion local giving. Since the pandemic, our communities have proven they are rich in compassion, resilience, and generosity – but they are also facing unprecedented challenges. Rising costs of living, health and social inequalities and social isolation are intensifying, leaving too many individuals and families struggling to make ends meet.
Give Together, Give Local: HIWCF’s new campaign to strengthen communities across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF) has launched a major new campaign, Give Together, Give Local, to encourage collective giving and increase support for grassroots charities and community groups across the region.
High Sheriff of Hampshire Community Awards: public servants and voluntary groups honoured
Hampshire public servants and volunteers were honoured at the High Sheriff of Hampshire Community Awards on Thursday 6 March.
The High Sheriff of Hampshire, Jon Whitaker, presented awards to the 17 recipients in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the community, particularly in law and order and fostering community cohesion, especially among young people across Hampshire.
HIWCF hosts Care Leavers Round Table
Following the recent launch of our three year funding programme for local care leavers, we were delighted to host a Care Leavers Round Table. Professionals from a range of sectors came together to share their experiences of how services can be shaped to provide the best possible support for care leavers transitioning into independent living.
Isolated older people given a sense of belonging
Elderly people in the heart of Portsmouth who are living in poverty and isolation, don’t have to face Christmas alone this year thanks to a small charity making a big difference.
Support for Care Leavers grows thanks to partnership funding
HIWCF have recently launched a three year funding programme for local care leavers – a partnership with LAMIT (a group of Local Authorities working together through one of our investment firms, CCLA) and Sovereign Network Group (SNG).
