Home About Us Our Impact Vital Signs Give Case Studies Professional Advisers SY100 Apply News Vacancies Contact Us Home » News Share this How can I donate? News How community foundations are contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals This new report by UK Community Foundations looks at how the place-based community foundation model aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. By thinking globally, and acting locally, the report shows how funders can enable local charities … Read more Mayor’s Fund backs South Yorkshire groups with huge cash injection Press release – 12th November For immediate release Health and wellbeing in South Yorkshire has been boosted by the distribution of £185,000 to over twenty community groups, from a fund by the Mayor of South Yorkshire, Dan Jarvis, working with … Read more UK Community Foundations benefitting from SYFAB training sessions South Yorkshire Funding Advice Bureau (SYFAB) is part of South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation, and has been offering advice, support and training on funding to voluntary sector groups for thirty years, with an Exemplar rating by the UKCF Quality Accreditation Over … Read more Almost half a million pounds available to support mental and physical health through Green Social Prescribing Over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic, we all spent more time at home than ever before. For many, this meant being able to explore their local area and appreciate the nature around them. For others, this led to increased … Read more Social Enterprise Exchange Conference “The Time Is Now” Join Sheffield Social Enterprise Exchange for their conference titled “The Time is Now!” and explore what sustainability means to you and your social enterprise, or those you work with The partners of the Social Enterprise Exchange have come together … Read more Action needed to tackle South Yorkshire’s hidden needs Press release – 6th October For immediate release A new report published by South Yorkshire Community Foundation (SYCF) has revealed the four most important needs across the region after a year dominated by the Covid-19 pandemic. Vital Signs, using a … Read more Remembering Pauline Grice South Yorkshire Community Foundation (SYCF) is saddened to hear about the passing of our former Chief Executive Pauline Grice. Pauline was Chief Executive for six years until 2013, during which time she received an MBE for her work running an … Read more Generous donation helps debt advice service to continue to thrive Press release – 24th September For immediate release A debt advice service in Bentley, born out of the devastating floods in 2019 to help people with their finances, has benefitted from a charitable donation of £4,000 from Doncaster’s six local … Read more South Yorkshire Mayor joins forces with Community Foundation to launch a new Fund Press release 23rd August For immediate release Community groups in South Yorkshire are being encouraged to apply for funding of up to £10,000 from a new grants programme launched by South Yorkshire Community Foundation (SYCF), with a significant financial pledge … Read more Student Spotlight: Bismah Zubair Find out more about the student placements who have been supporting South Yorkshire Community Foundation through a placement opportunity, gaining hands-on experience to aid their educational development. Name: Bismah Zubair Student at: Sheffield Hallam University Studying: Psychology (2nd year) Bismah … Read more Remembering William Warrack South Yorkshire Community Foundation sends its deepest condolences to the family of William Warrack, a former Trustee, who passed away recently During his ten years involvement with the Foundation, William was Vice-Chairman and active on several committees. He retired from … Read more Reflections on a service to say thank you to the NHS Masoba Kromah, our Grants Administrator, was one of three people from South Yorkshire, invited to a service at St Paul’s Cathedral on the NHS’ 73rd birthday celebrations In a service attended by NHS staff and leaders who played a pivotal … Read more New report by UK Community Foundations examines the impact of the pandemic on voluntary and community sector and local communities It looks at the practical steps that funders can take to ensure that their grant-making is responsive, effective and inclusive to local VCSOs. It also showcases some of the innovative work happening in the community foundation network. The main conclusions … Read more SYCF’s Masoba to attend service at St Paul’s Cathedral for NHS birthday Our Grants Administrator, Masoba Kromah, will be in attendance for a service at St Paul’s Cathedral in London as part of the 73rd birthday of the NHS, in what will be a thoughtful remembrance after a difficult year Masoba was … Read more Volunteer Spotlight: Anne Dean A long-standing volunteer at South Yorkshire Community Foundation, Anne Dean has seen plenty of the impact of the funding received by community groups. As part of Volunteers Week 2021, she tells you how she got involved and what she’s enjoyed … Read more Volunteer Spotlight: Chris Booth Mayblin Chris Booth-Mayblin became the new Chair of South Yorkshire Community Foundation last month, but why did she take up the new post? How is it going so far? As part of Volunteer Week 2021, she explains all and shares more … Read more Changes at South Yorkshire Funding Advice Bureau South Yorkshire Funding Advice Bureau (SYFAB) is delighted to welcome Lorna Lewis as its new Funding Development Worker for Barnsley Having worked previously worked for Barnsley CVS in many different roles including, Engagement Officer for Healthwatch, Community Development Worker, Quality … Read more Opportunity for community groups to share funding experiences South Yorkshire Community Foundation, alongside members of the South Yorkshire Funders Forum, have funded an initiative to hear experiences from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic led organisations and groups in South Yorkshire from their perspective The Forum are looking to … Read more New Chair for South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation – Professor Chris Booth-Mayblin Professor Chris Booth-Mayblin, the current Chair of Sheffield Mencap and Gateway and former Dean of the Sheffield Business School and Pro Vice Chancellor at Sheffield Hallam University, has been appointed as the next Chair of South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF), … Read more SY100 has been a little bit different this year… SY100 is a network of likeminded individuals and businesses, who come together for causes that matter, building a stronger South Yorkshire community for everyone. 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Find out more > Our news How community foundations are contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021 Case Studies Ethel Trust Thursday, October 28th, 2021 Twitter RT @Akhlaq_SYCF: Good week sharing projects being planned by #SouthYorkshire community groups for the @SouthYorksMCA Mayoral Fund Hear… about 1 day ago How can I donate right now? Click here to donate online to your local community foundation. Local Knowledge. Wise Investment. Stronger Communities. Stay up to date with South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation. Get the latest news and information, straight to your inbox. Subscribe to our mailing list Privacy Policy Complaints Procedure Contact Us Registered charity number: 1140947 Company limited by guarantee registered in England & Wales number: 7545536 We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Read More English