Essex Community Foundation - Castle Hedingham Parish Council

Sea Change Sailing Trust, based in Maldon

Welcome to our April update!

This month, “people” are very much at the heart of our stories.

It was wonderful to witness the appointment of the new High Sheriff of Essex at his formal declaration ceremony in Chelmsford, and to have so many of our fundholders and supporters join us at Ingatestone Hall for our first of two Spring receptions this year.

In addition, our latest story in Essex Life magazine highlighted the benefit of water-based activities in helping to develop skills and confidence in young people, and we are encouraging you to follow us on social media so that more people can find out about us.

In the first nine months of the year, we have supported 307 charities and voluntary groups with grants totalling over £2.5 million and these groups are supported by hundreds of staff and volunteers, helping thousands of people across Essex.

So, it may be a bit of a cliché, but it’s true. People are at the heart of everything we do and that’s how we like it.

News

Our first Spring Reception for 2024

We have been holding this event at Ingatestone Hall for over 25 years and the highlight of the evening is always hearing first-hand from our fundholders and grant partners.

Find out who our speakers were at this year’s event here.

Essex welcomes new High Sheriff

David Hurst DL was appointed the 844th High Sheriff of Essex at a declaration ceremony held in Chelmsford. He will be visiting voluntary groups and charities throughout his year and raising money for the High Sheriff’s Fund.

Find out more here.

We need your help!

We want more people to know about the great work of local charities and our work. Social media helps us to reach a wider audience so please engage with us if you use this.

Find out where we post and some tips on the benefits of using social media here.

Life on the ocean wave

Our latest feature in Essex Life magazine highlights some of our funds and charities we support that use water-based activities to boost self-confidence and build skills.

Read the article here.

Let’s get walking and talking for mental health

The Charlie Watkins Foundation continues to raise awareness of mental health in young people with two upcoming events, including an opportunity to meet Alastair Campbell.

Find out more and sign up here.