News
March 2009
The Charity Commission makes it through to the final round of the United Nations Public Sector Awards 2009 for its work on the Boost Initiative.
November 2008
Lambeth Council transferred £2.4 million to Capital Community Foundation to launch the Lambeth Community Fund. The Council transferred the assets of the Pedlar’s Acre Trust to the Community Foundation, freeing up extra money for community groups, charities and social enterprises across the borough.
The unique collaboration between the Council and Capital Community Foundation is the first step towards growing the endowed Lambeth Community Fund with an initial target of reaching £3.5million within the next three years.
“At the time of the credit crunch, it’s great that we can be the first to create such an innovative community fund. It’s fantastic that a trust created in the 17th century can continue to have a real impact on people’s lives. We hope our partnership with Capital Community Foundation helps pave the way for other organisations to find innovative ways to support their communities.”
Cllr Donatus Anyanwu, Lambeth’s cabinet member for safer and stronger communities
September 2008
On September 19th the Community Foundation for Merseyside won an award at the Charity Times Awards in London. The Foundation was awarded with the Investment Management Award for the Boost Initiative for the partnership approach to the project with Boost’s sponsor, Rathbone Investment Managers, and the Charity Commission.
“We’re delighted that this partnership has been recognised by the Charity Times Awards. We’ve taken an innovative approach to managing these charitable assets to ensure that funds continue making a difference. The unique skills and knowledge provided by the Charity Commission and Community Foundation Network mean that a range of solutions can be offered. To get such recognition from within the sector is testament to our approach.
Our relationship with Rathbones extends beyond just financial sponsorship. They have provided additional support and advice and have really embraced the principle of the Boost Initiative for enhancing charitable investment nationally.”
Cat Kirkcaldy, Boost Initiative Project Manager
