Centenary Fund
Forecasted
The Centenary Fund by Suffolk Community Foundation supports Anglican-led projects that boost community engagement, accessibility, and local partnerships in the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich.
Funder: Suffolk Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (application deadline, may close early if oversubscribed)
Funding Amounts: £200–£4,000 per project; single-year funding; no match required below £4,000 total project cost
Summary: Supports Anglican organisations in the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich to deliver community-focused projects that enhance local engagement and accessibility.
Key Information: Applications may close early if the fund is oversubscribed.
Description
The Centenary Fund, managed by the Suffolk Community Foundation in partnership with the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich, aims to support Anglican organisations within the Diocese to deliver projects that benefit the wider local community. Funded activities may include improving church buildings for community accessibility, launching youth or children's programs, supporting parish nurses, collaborating with schools, and developing joint projects with other organisations. The fund prioritises projects that foster meaningful community connections, support vulnerable or isolated groups, and encourage partnership and strategic planning among applicants.
