About Us
UKCF is the membership organisation for community foundations that work across the UK to raise then distribute money directly to local causes. Community foundations operate to ensure any form of philanthropy, whether from an individual or an organisation, is effective and brings greatest benefit to those in need in our local communities. Last year, community foundations made over 20,000 grants, distributing over £65 million to local causes. Community foundations’ total managed endowment stands at over £450 million.
We represent 48 quality accredited community foundation members. Our Quality Accreditation process is endorsed by the Charity Commission and uses standards consistent with the Charity Commission's Hallmarks of an Effective Charity, with robust, transparent and fair assessment processes. Achieving Quality Accreditation demonstrates that community foundations are serious about quality and accountability.
Press releases
UK COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS STRENGTHENS BOARD WITH KEY APPOINTMENTS
UK Community Foundations, the charitable network that distributes funds to local causes, welcomes three more high-flyers to its board. Awarded an... read more
09.02.2015 • By UK Community Foundations
Northern Rock Foundation gives £1.5 million in grants to four community...
Northern Rock Foundation has announced four special awards totalling £1.5 million as part of its final programme of work in 2015. County... read more
02.02.2015 • By UK Community Foundations
SURVIVING WINTER: DAME HELEN MIRREN AND SIR MICHAEL PARKINSON BACK FUEL...
The fuel poverty campaign Surviving Winter has received a welcome boost from celebrities including Dame Helen Mirren, Sir Michael Parkinson and... read more
27.01.2015 • By UK Community Foundations
Fourteen Communities across UK to benefit from Glasgow 2014 legacy
Embargoed until 00:01 Monday 19th January 2015 Community-driven programme ensures local people decide how investment will be spent. Fourteen... read more
19.01.2015 • By UK Community Foundations
UK COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS ANNOUNCE FABIAN FRENCH TO BE NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE
UK Community Foundations (UKCF) is delighted to announce the appointment of Fabian French as its new Chief Executive. Fabian will take up his post... read more
08.01.2015 • By UK Community Foundations