Posted on: 16th January 2024

Leeds Community Foundation, which distributes grants and gives trusted advice to tackle social issues and inequalities in Leeds and Bradford, is reporting a 70% gap between demand and available funds as pressures on local communities intensify.

Between January and October 2023, the foundation was able to award 30% of grants that were applied for because needs in the communities have risen sharply against a backdrop of diminishing philanthropic appetite fundraising activities and statutory funding. Over 700 different grant applications have been received already this year.

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