Leeds’ life-changing café

Leeds’ life-changing café

A Leeds café that is staffed by people with Down’s syndrome is changing lives and challenging preconceptions, thanks to The Wesleyan Foundation, which is managed by the Heart of England Community Foundation. The Foundation’s Wesleyan Fund distributes grants...
Revitalising Trusts to support local communities 

Revitalising Trusts to support local communities 

Local charities make up the lifeblood of our communities and make a difference to millions of people on a daily basis. The Revitalising Trusts initiative, announced in the Government’s Civil Society strategy, will provide a huge boost to local charities by enabling us...
The best birthday BBQ ever!

The best birthday BBQ ever!

As Chief Executive of the Heart of England Community Foundation it’s important for me to see the impact of the work we do and meet some of the fabulous local organisations we support. And that opportunity certainly arose when I was asked to volunteer at the Birthday...