Towards a fairer, happier and healthier Midlands.

We are the Community Foundation for the West Midlands and Warwickshire. As the leading, independent grant making foundation in the region we have proudly awarded over £35 million to over 7,000 great causes since 1995.

Latest News & Insights.

Inspiring Inclusion in the West Midlands
Inspiring Inclusion in the West Midlands

Businesses and organisations from across the West Midlands joined together for an inspirational event in Birmingham which celebrated women and girls from the region and highlighted the importance of championing inclusivity all year round. The Foundation joined forces...

read more
A CEO’s Reflection on International Women’s Day
A CEO’s Reflection on International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day.  An important day in the global calendar to honour the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, and to bring recognition towards the challenges they continue to face. It is a vital platform that allows us to advocate...

read more
Leading for Women and Girls: Insights from Cleo Morris
Leading for Women and Girls: Insights from Cleo Morris

In celebration of International Women's Day, we sat down with Cleo Morris, a dedicated trustee of the Foundation. With a commitment to workplace inclusion and racial activism through her start up, Mission Diverse, Cleo shares insights into her career path, the...

read more
£100,000 grant boosts Wolverhampton’s reuse hub
£100,000 grant boosts Wolverhampton’s reuse hub

Community organisations across the West Midlands are beginning to receive vital funding to boost climate action, innovation and environmental sustainability. To drive forward the climate agenda and support local change, the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA)...

read more
£1m Mary Court opens to tackle homelessness in Northfield
£1m Mary Court opens to tackle homelessness in Northfield

A ground-breaking initiative which will provide move-on accommodation for those who have experienced homelessness has been launched in Birmingham. YMCA Heart of England has officially opened Mary Court in Northfield - a transitional housing block consisting of 27...

read more

Looking for grants and funding for your initiative, project or organisation?

Discover our latest available grants and funding programmes. We manage a range of funds on behalf of our donors across the region with grants ranging from small amounts to some larger grants.

Supercharge your giving through the Community Foundation.

We’re honoured to partner with a diverse range of donors, including private individuals and prominent regional and national companies. Each donor’s journey is unique, and we’re committed to making that journey as seamless and meaningful as possible.