Community Foundation
Lasting Change.
Mental Health, 360 Giving, Research and other
support funnels.
4.7
Million In Grants Given Out
481
Applications Received
243
Grants Awarded
367
Thousand Beneficiaries
2024-2025 figures
Apply for a grant
All our funds are listed in the Apply For Grants section of our website together with a criteria and application form. First read our eligibility criteria on the link below.
Support our work
As an independent local grantmaker, we fund voluntary and community groups that improve the lives of people and communities across Luton and Bedfordshire. We distribute grants through the wide range of funds we manage on behalf of statutory partners, businesses, individual donors and local families.
Impact Quote
'Without this funding, our project simply wouldn't exist.'
- St Augustine's Primary School
LOCAL FOCUS. LASTING CHANGE.
How BLCF works
The people and communities of Bedfordshire are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, learn and respond to local needs, ensuring our support reaches the people and places where it matters most.
LOCAL FOCUS. LASTING IMPACT.
Our Priority Areas of Need
Our research identifies the key challenges facing communities across Bedfordshire. That’s why our work is focused on three connected and overarching priorities:
- Eradicate poverty in our communities
- Create a healthy Bedfordshire
- Grow stronger communities
BLCF are proud to work with
Our Partners
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