Introduction
Community foundations began in the early 20th century to improve the stewardship of charitable funds and enable more responsive, locally led philanthropy. Today, as part of a global network of more than 1,800 foundations across 50 countries, Jersey Community Foundation (JCF) ensures that giving on our Island is strategic, effective and rooted in local need.
Established at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic JCF was created to respond to crisis. Since then, we have evolved into a permanent force for long-term social good.
Awarding more than £13 million in grants since inception, including £3.7 million across 160 grants in 2025 alone.
(at time of writing, Jan 2026)
Our impact is measured not simply in pounds distributed, but in lives changed
Families accessing early support, older Islanders treated with dignity, young people gaining skills and confidence and community organisations strengthened to plan for the future. As demand rises, this work is more critical than ever.
This year we have focused on strengthening the wider charitable ecosystem, launching an Impact Accelerator Programme to build collaboration and resilience, while developing new funds addressing social mobility and inclusion. Throughout 2025, we continued to distribute 50% of Channel Islands Lottery proceeds, steward established legacies, and grow a culture of thoughtful, evidence-based philanthropy. New and emerging funds — including those focused on social mobility and diversity, equity and inclusion — are addressing barriers to opportunity and ensuring that background does not determine life chances.
Ministerial endorsement to lead the development of Jersey’s first Philanthropy Policy marks a significant milestone. A clear framework for giving will help unlock further philanthropic capital, encourage preventative approaches and support systemic, long-term change across the Island.
This Annual Review demonstrates what can be achieved when generosity is combined with insight, collaboration and purpose. Together, we are building a stronger, fairer and more resilient Jersey, where individuals, charities and communities are supported not only to cope, but to thrive.
The challenges facing our community are real and growing, but so too is the collective will to address them.
Message from our CEO
When I look back on 2025, the word that stands out most strongly is impact.
Over the course of the year Jersey Community Foundation awarded more than 160 grants, distributing £3.7 million to organisations and individuals working at the heart of our community. Behind that figure are lives changed in quiet but powerful ways: families supported before crisis hits, young people given opportunities they might otherwise miss, older Islanders treated with dignity and communities strengthened through care, connection and compassion.
May marked five years since the Foundation was established and in that short time we are proud to have distributed £13 million across the Island. While that milestone gave us cause to celebrate, it also sharpened our focus. Demand for support continues to grow and 2025 made it clear that we cannot afford to stand still. Rising living costs, an ageing population and widening inequality mean that the Third Sector is more vital than ever and under more pressure than ever too.
That is why collaboration sat at the heart of our work this year. A highlight was the launch of the PwC Impact Accelerator Programme, bringing together health, social care and wellbeing charities to strengthen impact, share learning and plan for the long term. Seeing leaders from across the sector come together with openness and ambition was genuinely energising and I am excited to see how this programme continues to develop.
2025 was also a year of opportunities. We worked with new and existing donors to establish funds that respond to emerging needs, including our Social Mobility Fund and DE&I Fund. These funds are already opening doors — whether through access to education, sport, language learning or simply the chance for a child to enjoy a hot meal during the school holidays. Each project reminds us that fairness, access and opportunity are not abstract ideas; they are practical, tangible and life changing.
Alongside grant-making, we continued to invest in growing a culture of thoughtful, strategic philanthropy in Jersey. Through our events and partnerships with advisers, donors and charities, we have seen real momentum build around giving that is intentional,
informed and aligned with community need. This work matters deeply in an Island where wealth and hardship sit side by side.
One of the most significant moments of the year came in November, when the Government of Jersey endorsed Jersey Community Foundation to lead the development of the Island’s first Philanthropy Policy. This is an important vote of confidence and an opportunity to help shape a long-term framework for giving that supports prevention, collaboration and lasting change.
None of this would be possible without our donors, partners, volunteers and the extraordinary organisations we are privileged to support. Thank you for your trust, your generosity and your belief in a fairer, more connected Jersey.
As we look ahead, our commitment remains the same: to listen carefully, act thoughtfully and ensure that philanthropy in Jersey continues to make a real and lasting difference.
Anna Terry Chief Executive Officer Jersey Community Foundation
Summary Highlights
This year’s highlights reflect both the scale of need across our Island and the collective response to it. Behind every figure are lives supported, communities strengthened and opportunities created. Throughout 2025, Jersey Community Foundation has continued to direct funding where it can achieve the greatest impact — guided by data and rooted in a clear understanding of local need. Our work spans key priorities including poverty, mental health, inclusion, healthy living and an ageing population.
Alongside increased funding, we have strengthened collaboration and responsiveness, while feedback from partners continues to shape how we evolve and deliver meaningful, lasting impact.
Annual Engagement Survey – Key Stats
Charities typically hear about the JCF through the website, email, and social media
felt JCF’s funds are relevant to their organisation’s work
Among organisations that applied: of respondents were aware of the range of funds available found JCF guidelines to be clear reported smooth and timely grant payments found reporting requirements proportionate rated the application process very positive, with a combined 91% positive or neutral
Feedback
Open feedback was broadly positive, with many praising JCF’s work. Key suggestions included:
• Increasing support for applications, particularly around mental health related funding
• Expanding unrestricted funding
• Encouraging collaborations between charities supported by JCF
• Providing more application window clarity
Awareness & Relevance of JCF Funds Conclusion Application Experience 81% 90% 100% 95% 69% 93%
Opportunities for improvement lie primarily in increasing clarity, expanding support, and enhancing communication around funding availability and eligibility. Strengthening collaboration initiatives and streamlining administrative elements will further enhance JCF’s impact in supporting Jersey’s charities.
Three Year Funding Progress
£2,420,908 £2,464,198
The Jersey Community Fund is our largest fund, providing funds to impactful local charitable organisations and community groups, focussing on our five priority areas:
• Reducing the Impact of the Cost of Living and Poverty;
• Supporting Mental Health;
• Preventing Ill Health and Enabling Healthy Lifestyle Choices;
• Promoting Community Inclusion and Tackling Inequality; and
• Caring for an Ageing Population.
Total amount of funding awarded by the Jersey Community Foundation since 2020: Community Fund Highlight £2,017,959 £1,066,240 46 37 39 33
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2025 saw an increase of 89% in the amount of funding awarded through our Community Fund totalling more than £2 million
Our vision
Our vision is to ensure islanders are healthy, included and engaged; and supported by a strong, efficient, impactful and thriving social community infrastructure. " "
Our vision is to create a community where every islander is healthy, included and engaged. We also aspire to drive a sense of belonging and empowerment among individuals from all communities, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Central to this vision is the establishment of a robust and efficient social community infrastructure that serves as a cornerstone for support and growth. We strive to build a thriving funding system and network where resources are used effectively, initiatives are impactful and partnerships are strong.
By championing collaboration and innovation, we aim to create a community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to the collective wellbeing of Jersey.
Community foundations
Originating in Ohio, USA, in 1914, community foundations have made a significant global impact for over a century. They have since become one of the fastest growing philanthropic movements worldwide. Over time, these foundations develop deep expertise in local issues and effective funding strategies. They achieve this through:
Promoting philanthropy & local giving
Researching & understanding local needs
Strengthening the local voluntary & community sector
Facilitating community resource pooling
Community foundations offer a range of grant programmes, funded by diverse sources including individuals, families and business donations, as well as grants from local authorities and government.
UK Community Foundations
We are a proud overseas member of the UK Community Foundations network, which consists of 47 community foundations, united by their shared goal of improving the lives of local people and communities.
They contribute directly to the heart of their communities.
They tackle a broad range of issues.
They possess a deep understanding of local areas, prioritising needs and effective solutions.
They conduct thorough local research to understand the greatest needs.
They offer guidance to donors on the most efficient ways to support local causes.
As endowed charities, they establish sustainable local funding sources.
They support grassroots projects and organisations, regardless of size or registration status.
They fund a wide array of causes reflective of their diverse communities.
They serve as community leaders, mobilising resources for positive impact.
They encourage collaboration among diverse stakeholders to drive meaningful social change.
Understanding local need
Enabling Better Charity Outcomes Through Data
In Jersey, we have a uniquely contained opportunity to strengthen the link between wealth and wellbeing, investment and impact.
The Island’s long-term prosperity depends not only on financial success but on social cohesion, opportunity and quality of life. The third sector is fundamental to this, delivering essential services, supporting vulnerable Islanders and enriching our cultural life.
Through our close relationships with donors — corporate and individual — charitable organisations and government, JCF is well placed to ensure funding flows where it is needed most. Central to this role is a robust, island-wide understanding of need. We dedicate a considerable amount of time and effort into gathering data which allows us to identify gaps, track emerging pressures and evaluate how effectively the third sector is responding. Enabling our Third Sector to do this themselves also adds weight to our mission and delivers them with the best chance of securing funding.
Launched in March, our Impact Accelerator Programme, delivered with PwC Channel Islands, is beginning to evidence the sector’s true value. A study of 13 health and care charities found they generate an estimated £137 million in social and economic value annually, delivering up to £2.66 for every £1 invested. This work highlights the critical role of the third sector in supporting Islanders while reducing pressure on public services through prevention and early intervention.
Jersey’s third sector contributes more than £230 million to the Island’s economy, employs over 3,400 people (12% of the workforce) and is supported by more than 5,800 volunteers.
37% of organisations operate with fewer than three months’ reserves.
Fewer than one in five receive corporate donations.
More than half subsidise government contracts from alternative income sources.
Only 11% have a long-term strategic plan.
Many charities remain overly reliant on short-term grants and volunteer goodwill, limiting their ability to innovate, collaborate or plan sustainably.
Encouragingly, the research also revealed a clear ambition within the sector: to strengthen data collection and impact reporting. The ability to demonstrate measurable outcomes is increasingly vital to securing long-term funding and influencing policy.
Launched in July at the National Trust for Jersey Café, the initiative reflects international best practice, echoing the success of Skills for Care in the UK, which demonstrated a £2.40 return for every £1 invested in adult social care. By embedding a more strategic, data-driven mindset, participating charities aim to strengthen their case for sustainable funding and inform future policy decisions.
The programme directly addresses mounting pressures, including rising demand from an ageing population, limited public funding and inconsistent approaches to measuring impact. By encouraging collaboration and clearer communication of value, JCF is helping to build a more resilient and credible sector.
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stronger sector cannot be built on goodwill alone. It requires strategic, consistent and collaborative investment. Through data-led insight and collective leadership, JCF is laying the foundations for charities not only to survive, but to thrive.
Funding Priorities
While Jersey is often seen as prosperous, many Islanders face hidden and complex challenges. Understanding these challenges allows us to ensure that funding flows where it is needed most, and that charitable organisations can deliver meaningful, lasting outcomes.
Building on the 2022 Local Needs Assessment, the Jersey Community Foundation has continued to gather data and insight from across the Island to inform strategic funding priorities. The findings reveal a multifaceted picture:
53%
The richest 10% earn seven times more than the poorest 10%.
10% of Islanders struggle to meet everyday living costs.
Over 50% of adults are overweight or obese and 59% of those living with obesity have at least one additional serious health condition.
of Islanders have experienced insecure or inadequate housing, with over 300 people recorded as roofless or houseless in 2025
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State-educated Islanders are 3.3 times more likely to leave education with no formal qualifications or only GCSEs compared with privately educated peers.
These insights demonstrate the scale and interconnection of the challenges facing our community and underscore the importance of evidence-led philanthropy.
Funding Priorities
In response to these findings, Jersey Community Foundation focuses its funding for its biggest fund – the Jersey Community Fund - on five strategic priorities:
• Reducing the Impact of the Cost of Living and Poverty;
• Supporting Mental Health;
• Preventing Ill Health and Enabling Healthy Lifestyle Choices;
• Promoting Community Inclusion and Tackling Inequality; and
• Caring for an Ageing Population.
These priorities ensure that funding is targeted where it can make the most difference, supporting organisations to deliver measurable outcomes and sustainable impact.
Reducing the Impact of the Cost of Living and Poverty
Financial insecurity affects a significant proportion of Islanders, limiting their access to essentials, education and opportunities for personal development. Across the Island, organisations are tackling these challenges by combining immediate support with programmes that create long-term pathways to independence.
For example, Sanctuary Trust provides accommodation and 24-hour support for men in crisis, including those experiencing homelessness, addiction, or mental health challenges. With a £1,100 grant from the Social Mobility Fund, Sanctuary supported a resident to gain full-time employment, obtain a driving licence, and secure secondary housing. Building on these achievements, he is now pursuing an RQF Level 2 in Adult Health and Social Care, exemplifying how targeted support can transform lives while developing the local care workforce. An additional grant of over £200,000 from the Jersey Community Fund using funds from
Dormant Bank Accounts, Sedel-Collings Foundation and a private donor provide Sanctuary Trust with the ability to fund a bank of Support Workers for a three-year period who can ensure that every man accessing their services will receive the help they need, when they need it.
St Mark’s Church addresses immediate needs for families during school holidays through its Summer Holiday Café. A £2,720 grant from a private donor enabled the café to provide hot meals to around 120 children and families over six weeks, ensuring access to nutritious food while fostering a safe and welcoming community environment.
Together, these initiatives illustrate how strategically directed funding can simultaneously address urgent needs and enable long-term opportunity, reinforcing social mobility and resilience across the community.
Supporting Mental Health
Supporting mental health is critical at all stages of life. In Jersey, organisations are delivering creative and practical interventions that enhance emotional wellbeing and provide vital support for families navigating challenging circumstances.
Kairos Arts received £63,942.84 from the Jersey Community Funds with funds from Dormant Bank Accounts to fund a Community Engagement Manager role, expanding access to therapeutic arts initiatives that support emotional wellbeing across the community. This includes delivering regular “Stitch and Natter” groups in community and residential settings, alongside creative outreach and school partnerships, helping reduce isolation, build resilience, and foster social connection for people of all ages.
"Employing a Community Engagement Manager has enabled us to reach so many more people, creating spaces of connection and belonging through groups like our ‘Stitch and Natter’ sessions. We are seeing, in real and meaningful ways, how this work gently reduces isolation and anxiety."
Kairos Arts
"With the crucial support of the Jersey Community Foundation, we were able to support 220 fathers and 69 mothers following family separation, providing guidance during what is often one of the most challenging periods in a family’s life. Through this support, we successfully reconnected 133 children with their fathers after a breakdown in their relationship. Without the support of the Jersey Community Foundation, this service simply would not exist. Many more children would risk losing meaningful relationships with a parent, and family conflict would likely remain unresolved for far longer."
James Cunningham, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, James' Ark
For parents, James’ Ark received £102,240 from the Jersey Community Fund to provide Family Court Support Workers and a range of supplementary programmes to help parents navigate the family court process, offering practical guidance, emotional support, and mentoring for around 450 parents and family members. By reducing stress and promoting constructive co-parenting, the programme strengthens family wellbeing during a critical life transition.
By linking early emotional support for children with practical assistance for parents, these initiatives demonstrate the value of holistic, community-based mental health support, ensuring that families receive integrated care at every stage.
Preventing Ill Health and Enabling Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Preventing illness and promoting wellbeing is central to Jersey’s long-term health. Strategic funding enables both pioneering research and practical community interventions, ensuring residents can take steps toward healthier lives.
The Jersey Research Foundation received £25,000 to support a clinical study exploring how weight loss can improve outcomes for people with heart failure linked to obesity. Over six months, participants undergo monitored interventions including advanced cardiac imaging, improving local research capacity and reducing the need for offisland care. A previous Jersey Research Foundation project funded by an initial grant of £50,000 went on to raise over £500,000 in additional funding – a powerful example of the catalytic role philanthropy can play in providing early-stage investment that enables innovation, generates evidence, and unlocks significantly greater funding over time.
Complementing this research, Lifestyle Medicine Jersey received £56,000 to expand its Live Well programme, offering group education and health coaching across six pillars: nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, social connection, and behaviour change. Early outcomes include an average weight loss of 4.6kg, improved wellbeing, and, in some cases, reversal of early signs of chronic conditions.
Together, these projects illustrate how combining innovative research with community-focused interventions enables Islanders to make measurable, lasting improvements to their health and wellbeing.
"We have seen some incredible results on the programme, and both trials have allowed us to perform the first cardiac MRI scans ever performed on island. These are the gold standard way of imaging the heart, and unfortunately patients who need this scan have until recently had to travel to Oxford. Now, having performed some scans in a research setting, we have translated this into clinical scans and have now completed over 10 clinical cardiac MRI scans."
Dr Aaron Henry
"Thanks to funding from JCF, the courses we have delivered have empowered islanders to make meaningful changes to their lifestyles — from diet and movement to stress management and alcohol intake. As a result, participants have been able to reverse diabetes, improve blood pressure, and significantly reduce their risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer."
Dr Jo Darwood, Director, Lifestyle Medicine
Promoting Community Inclusion and Tackling Inequality
Inclusion and equality underpin social cohesion. Strategic interventions are helping Islanders overcome barriers related to language, income, and access to opportunity, ensuring everyone can participate fully in community life.
For example, Lingo Language Learning received £10,000 from the DE&I Fund and £2,000 from the Jersey Community Fund to run English courses for Muslim women with limited language skills. By providing tailored courses alongside childcare, the project increases confidence, facilitates access to services, and opens pathways into volunteering and further education.
"Many of the women were facing language, cultural or social barriers and we are supporting them in becoming more confident and independent in their daily lives; managing everyday tasks like speaking to doctors and teachers, understanding official letters or forms and using public services. Some women now access job opportunities or volunteering positions as well as being strengthened in their children's educational success."
Lingo Language
"The schools partnership has been extraordinarily successful for us. Over three afternoons we welcomed an estimated 230 students from seven different schools, supported by up to 20 teaching staff, approximately 15 Highlands College students, and around 10 JBBA volunteers. The atmosphere across the week was outstanding - competitive, positive and full of enthusiasm. It was particularly encouraging to see so many students representing their schools, many of whom are new to organised team sport. The feedback from students, staff and volunteers has been overwhelmingly positive."
Jersey Basketball Association
Similarly, Jersey Basketball Association received £4,750 to launch a secondary schools partnership programme, providing coaching, competitions, and leadership opportunities for 250–300 students, particularly targeting lower-income or migrant backgrounds. Embedding the programme in schools removes barriers such as cost and transport while developing leadership and teamwork skills.
By combining language development and sportbased initiatives, these projects show how targeted support can reduce inequality, strengthen social cohesion, and create lasting opportunities for Islanders of all ages.
Caring for an Ageing Population
As Jersey’s population ages, community-based support and integrated care are increasingly important to maintain independence and wellbeing.
Dementia Jersey received £44,338 from the Greville Bathe Fund to pilot Holistic Needs Assessments for newly diagnosed individuals. Delivered with the Memory Assessment Service, the programme identifies physical, emotional, and practical needs, creating personalised care plans supported by a digital hub. With 6–8 diagnoses per week, the pilot is expected to benefit hundreds of Islanders and their carers, enabling people to live independently at home for longer.
Family Nursing & Home Care received £91,471 to introduce an Older Adult Mental Health Specialist Practitioner. The role integrates mental and physical healthcare for older patients, trains staff, develops care pathways, and identifies early signs of social isolation, anxiety, or depression. By strengthening both frontline care and staff capacity, the initiative enhances person-centred, proactive support across the community.
Together, these projects demonstrate the value of integrated, data-informed care, improving quality of life for older Islanders while ensuring services can respond effectively to evolving population needs.
Our funds
From improving health and fostering social inclusion to advancing education and protecting the environment, these case studies showcase a selection of the initiatives we support.
Each one tells a story of real, positive change in Jersey, made possible through strategic grant-making and collaborative partnerships.
In addition to our themed grant programmes, Jersey Community Foundation also distributes funding from a range of donor funds. These grants are made either through Donor Advised Funds, where individuals establish their own charitable fund with the Foundation, or through our hybrid giving model - Donor Directed Grants, where donors contribute to one of our themed funds and are then invited to review a shortlist of applications aligned with their interests. Both approaches allow donors to engage with the projects they support, while benefiting from the Foundation’s due diligence and grant-making process. The grants listed below represent funding distributed through these donor partnerships during the year.
CI Lottery Fund III CI Lottery Fund II CI Lottery Fund I Ann Alice Rayner Fund Greville Bathe Fund
WO Street Charitable Foundation Jersey Fund Donor Funds
Grants from Donor Funds
Total amount awarded 2025: £288,894
ArtHouse Jersey Empowering Access: Building a Sustainable DE&I Foundation at ArtHouse Jersey
Ballet d'Jèrri Limited Equal Access Through Creative Dance Education — Six-Week Primary School Programme 2026
Brighter Futures Limited Brighter Futures' Summer Holiday Food Support Project
Brightly Nursery Fees Grant
Caring Cooks of Jersey Summer Food Voucher Scheme
Caritas Migrant Emergency Support Funding
Da Capo Academy of Performing Arts Saturday Strings Project
£4,000
£1,250
£3,000
£10,000
£5,000
£6,665
£1,250
Every Child Our Future Story Trails £3,500
Family First Leadership and Growth: Responding to Rising Service Needs
Family Nursing & Home Care (Jsy) Inc Moments That Matter: Inclusive Respite and Enrichment for Children with Life-Limiting Conditions
Freeda Responding to and Preventing and Eliminating Domestic Abuse Island Wide Year 2
Freeda Vulnerable Client Empowerment Fund
Friends of Africa Jersey C.I Migrant Emergency Support Funding
Grow Jersey Limited Provision of an Outdoor Educator at Grow Jersey to Expand Opportunities for Accessing Nature across Primary, Secondary and Community groups.
£2,500
£3,000
£50,000
£20,000
£6,665
£3,500
Project
Healing Waves Support with Director Salaries
Jersey Biodiversity Centre Communicate Biodiversity
Jersey International Centre of Advanced Studies (JICAS) Promoting Women in Conservation Science in Jersey £6,000
Jersey Literary Festival Association Unrestricted Grant to Jersey Literary Festival £10,000
Jersey Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets
Soar and Explore - "A Cadet Dual-Environment Drone Training Programme Supporting STEM & Exploration"
Kairos Arts Children and Young People Therapeutic Arts Programme
£10,000
£2,500
Lingo Language Learning Jersey's Muslim Women Project £10,000
Rouge Bouillon School Rouge Bouillon School Year 6 Off-Island Residential
Sanctuary Trust Funding Frontline Support Worker Roles at Sanctuary Trust
Sanctuary Trust Unrestricted Grant to Sanctuary Trust £50,000
St Mark's Church Summer Holiday Cafe £2,720
St Paul's Starfish Fund Starfish Fund £48,179
The Salvation Army Jersey Corps Migrant Emergency Support Funding £6,665
Wetwheels Jersey Limited
Barrier Free Boating for the Disadvantaged Youth of Jersey
£3,000
Grant awarded: £6,665
Case study:
Salvation Army – Migrant Emergency Support Fund
For many newly arrived migrant workers in Jersey an unexpected illness, pregnancy, or sudden loss of income can quickly become a crisis. Those who have lived on the Island for less than five years are often unable to access public support and may delay seeking medical help because they simply cannot afford it.
The Migrant Emergency Support Fund provides a vital safety net during these moments of vulnerability. Through referrals from trusted partner organisations, the fund helps individuals and families meet urgent needs such as GP appointments, prescriptions, maternity care, emergency accommodation, and essential living costs.
Many migrants work on short-term or restrictive contracts and lack local support networks, leaving them particularly exposed when difficulties arise. By providing timely, compassionate support, the fund helps prevent small problems escalating into serious health or safeguarding risks, protecting dignity, wellbeing, and stability for some of Jersey’s most vulnerable residents.
"The funding for people who are newly arrived in the island has also been really appreciated. It has enabled us to support several people, including helping one person with everyday bills that had become impossible due to having to return home to Kenya for a family illness. On another occasion, we have supported an individual with medical bills, enabling them to continue to recover from an unexpected medical issue and return to work. This grant allows us to respond more quickly and more generously to make a difference to people who are here in roles that are vital to island life, but struggling with unexpected costs."
Richard Nunn, Salvation Army
Greville Bathe Fund
Total amount awarded 2025: £477,951 Grants to organisations: £406,152 Grants to individuals: £71,798
The Greville Bathe fund was established to aid sick and elderly individuals living in Jersey.
Project Amount
Beresford Street Kitchen Training Mentor Catering Workshop £34,000
Brighter Futures Limited Sponsorship for Brighter Storks - A Brighter Futures Perinatal Wellbeing Pathway. £12,000
Dementia Jersey Introducing Dementia Jersey's Holistic Needs Assessment service
Jersey Holistic Needs Assessments for People with Dementia
Enable Jersey Community Grant to Enable Jersey £20,000 Family First Family First-Emergency Support Fund for Families £15,000
Family Nursing & Home Care (Jsy) Inc Promoting Holistic Person - Centred Care in the Community: An Older Adult Mental Health Specialist Practitioner to support FNHC Adult Services. £79,151
Jersey Action Against Rape (JAAR) 5 Client Healing Journeys
Jersey Cheshire Home Community Grant to Support Access to Vital Therapies for Disabled Residents
Jersey Child Care Trust Early Years Inclusion for Children Experiencing Childhood Poverty and Disabilities £45,000
Les Amis Incorporated
Project Trinity: Six-bedroom facility to provide continuity of care for Islanders with LD and complex nursing needs due to age and/or dementia
£21,327 Mind Jersey Community Engagement & Support via a Mental Health Drop-in Centre £40,000
Grant awarded: £21,327
Case study:
Les Amis Incorporated –Project Trinity
Project Trinity will provide specialised nursing care for Islanders with learning disabilities who develop complex health needs due to age, dementia, or other conditions. The fivebed facility will support around five residents each year, allowing them to remain within the Les Amis community and continue to be cared for by staff who know them well.
People with learning disabilities have an average life expectancy of just 61—around 20 years less than the general population—and are significantly more likely to develop dementia at an earlier age.
Currently, 37% of Les Amis’ residents are over 50, with this figure expected to rise to more than 56% within the next decade. As this population ages, demand for specialised nursing and end-of-life care will increase.
Without appropriate provision, residents whose needs become more complex often face a distressing move to a generic care home or hospital ward where staff may not have specialist learning disability training.
For individuals who are non-verbal, autistic, or living with dementia, these transitions can be deeply disorientating and may lead to increased distress and declining health.
Project Trinity will allow Islanders with learning disabilities to remain in a familiar, supportive environment as their needs change. Les Amis aims for at least 50% of residents and families to choose the facility as their preferred option for complex care, while transitions are expected to result in fewer incidents than moves to generic care settings. Families and staff will also benefit from improved wellbeing and confidence that residents are receiving compassionate, specialist care.
Construction began in June 2025 and is expected to complete in summer 2026, creating a purposebuilt home where residents can receive personalised, dignified care throughout later life.
"Project Trinity (now formally named Maison des Amis) began construction in June 2025 and is set to be completed by the end of Summer 2026. This facility will significantly benefit our service-users when they require more complex care than we can currently facilitate in our homes, due to age or dementia for example. When one of our resident's reaches that stage in life, Maison des Amis will mean that they do not have to leave the support they are so familiar with and can continued to be cared for by those that know them well."
Ellen Dickinson, Fundraising Officer, Les Amis
Ann Alice Rayner Fund
The Ann Alice Rayner Fund aims to help Jersey residents who are experiencing financial difficulties and unable to access support through traditional means.
Grant awarded: £15,000
Case study: Shelter Trust –Vulnerable Women Service
This project was established to improve outcomes for some of the most socially excluded women in Jersey—particularly those experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, trauma and separation from their families. Many of the women supported have lived with years of instability, often moving between emergency accommodation, the criminal justice system and mental health services without achieving lasting change.
Delivered at Venetia House, Jersey’s first dedicated women-only accommodation service, the Shelter Trust project provides a safe and secure environment where women can begin to rebuild their lives. Funding supports two specialist key workers who provide intensive, trauma-informed support as part of a 24hour, year-round service.
The roles are funded through a three-year, multifunder partnership, coordinated through the Jersey Funders Group, which brings together charitable trusts to pilot a new model of support for vulnerable women. The aim is to demonstrate the effectiveness of the approach and ultimately secure long-term government funding.
Working alongside a wider support team, the key workers help women address complex and longstanding challenges. Using personalised support plans and the Home Start outcomes framework, women are supported to make progress in areas including stable accommodation, health and wellbeing, relationships, and pathways into education, employment and training.
Early outcomes suggest that providing consistent, trauma-informed support in a dedicated womenonly setting can create meaningful change for women who have previously struggled to engage with traditional services. Women are beginning to experience improved wellbeing, greater stability and renewed confidence.
The project also supports women to rebuild relationships with children and families where appropriate. Over time, the ambition is that this collaborative, multi-year initiative will reduce homelessness, vulnerability and abuse among women in Jersey while helping more women move towards safe, stable and independent living.
CI Lottery Fund Fund I
Lottery
We distribute 50% of the Jersey allocation of the Channel Islands Lottery proceeds, which are awarded across three funds:
• Arts, Culture and Heritage
• Sports and Active Lifestyle
• Applied Science and Research
Through its funding schemes, the Lottery has provided support to numerous local charities and contributed towards essential community services and activities. Total amount awarded
Fund I: Arts, Culture and Heritage
Arts and heritage play a vital role in defining our island’s identity. Cultural engagement offers numerous benefits, such as promoting education and learning, improved wellbeing, social integration and overall life satisfaction. This fund prioritises expanding islanders’ access to arts and heritage, nurturing creativity and strengthening community cohesion. These priorities are crucial to achieving our vision of a thriving artistic and cultural landscape in Jersey.
Heritage Celebrating the Norman Anniversary with Local Schools Through Recreating Parts of the Bayeux Tapestry
Jersey Heritage Make Jersey’s Heritage More Inclusive and Accessible to All £32,300
Le Don Balleine Incorporated Association (LDBIA) "Rînmes Rêjouis" - Jèrriais Nursery Rhyme Book
Le Don Balleine Incorporated Association (LDBIA)
Royal Jersey Agricultural & Horticultural Society
Alliance Française de Jersey “So far, so close…” by the Théâtre de la Lune Bleue
ArtHouse Jersey Gem of the Sea (episodes 5 & 6)
d'Jèrri Limited Ballet in the Park 2025
Study of the Linguistic Landscape of Jersey
Digital Archiving of Royal Jersey Agricultural & Horticultural Society Records Dating Back to 1833, to Allow Preservation and Online Accessibility £24,949
Société Jersiaise Future Société: Diversifying Access to Jersey’s Knowledge, Language and Tradition £18,394
The Moving Arts Collective The Lullaby Choir
Case study: Youth Arts JerseyMain Hall Refurbishment
Youth Arts Jersey has long provided young people with opportunities in dance, drama, music, and media, with the main hall serving as the centre of these activities. Much of the hall’s equipment, however, is over 20 years old, limiting both the quality of performances and the training experience for young technicians.
The refurbishment project focuses on updating key facilities. A new industry-standard sound desk, stage box, and lighting screen will ensure all performers can be properly mic’d and allow young technicians to gain experience with professional equipment. The introduction of an electronic drum kit and modern guitar amps will support controlled, high-quality performances while maintaining reliability and practicality. Additional essential equipment, including microphones, stands, cables, and DI boxes, will be replaced to maintain smooth day-to-day operation.
This refurbishment will enable Youth Arts Jersey to continue providing high-quality, accessible arts opportunities and strengthen its role as a centre for creative development in Jersey.
Grant awarded: £17,878
Young members will gain hands-on experience with equipment that reflects professional standards, preparing them for future roles in music, theatre, and technical arts. Performances will run more reliably, supporting confidence, collaboration, and practical learning for both performers and technical crews. Upgrading and futureproofing the facility ensures the main hall remains functional and well-maintained, supporting ongoing engagement in the arts.
"We can’t express enough just how transformative this upgrade has been. It has made an incredible difference. We hosted our first major gig since the installation on Saturday 7th March, featuring 15 youth bands performing over four hours. Our young members were absolutely thrilled with the new setup, and we also received fantastic feedback from the 150+ audience members about the quality of the sound and performances."
Carmel Butel, Jersey Youth Service
CI Lottery Fund Fund II
We distribute 50% of the Jersey allocation of the Channel Islands Lottery proceeds, which are awarded across three funds:
• Arts, Culture and Heritage
• Sports and Active Lifestyle
• Applied Science and Research
Through its funding schemes, the Lottery has provided support to numerous local charities and contributed towards essential community services and activities.
Fund II: Sport and Active Lifestyles
An active lifestyle and sports play a significant role in enhancing the physical and mental wellbeing of Islanders, contributing to the overall health of our community and boosting economic activity. By offering more opportunities for participation, sports and physical activities can also serve as a means to promote equity among various island communities that may otherwise experience inequality.
Grant awarded: £43,350
Case study:
Jersey Cheshire HomeSpecialist Gym Equipment
Established in 1983, Jersey Cheshire Home provides residential care for adults with severe physical disabilities, offering a “home from home” for those unable to live independently. The charity also supports the wider community through day care, physiotherapy, and aquatherapy services, assisting over 60 individuals weekly.
To enhance rehabilitation and physical wellbeing, the Home is using their grant to invest in specialist gym equipment, including a functional electrical stimulation (FES) bike and a Lite Gait Walking System. These devices are specifically designed for adults with neurological conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, strokes, and spinal injuries, providing safe, adaptive exercise that is not available in mainstream gyms.
The new equipment is expected to support more than 110 users weekly, including 31 full-time residents and approximately 80 external community members. Users will benefit from improved mobility, strength, and coordination, enabling greater independence in daily activities. Safety features such as harnesses, stabilisers, and adjustable resistance will reduce the risk of injury, while consistent use will promote neuroplasticity and accelerate rehabilitation for conditions including stroke, Parkinson’s, and MS.
Functional mobility tests will track improvements in strength and repetitions, while injury logs and user feedback will monitor safety and overall wellbeing. The inclusive gym environment will also foster social engagement and community integration, allowing residents and external users to exercise under supervision while maintaining dignity and confidence.
By providing specialist, adaptable equipment, Jersey Cheshire Home will deliver measurable improvements in physical health, independence, and quality of life, ensuring its residents and community users can remain active, engaged, and supported in a fully inclusive environment.
"Introducing the FES bike and LiteGait body-weight treadmill has marked a significant step forward in how we support our residents’ mobility, independence, and overall wellbeing. These technologies allow us to deliver evidence-based rehabilitation that is safer, more engaging, and more accessible for individuals with complex needs. By integrating this equipment into our daily practice, we’re not just adding new tools — we’re expanding opportunities for residents to regain confidence, improve function, and participate more fully in their everyday lives."
Jersey Cheshire Homes
CI Lottery Fund Fund III
Total amount awarded 2025: £465,607
Lottery Fund III: Applied Science & Research Fund
Total amount awarded 2025: £88,550
We distribute 50% of the Jersey allocation of the Channel Islands Lottery proceeds, which are awarded across three funds:
• Arts, Culture and Heritage
• Sports and Active Lifestyle
• Applied Science and Research
Through its funding schemes, the Lottery has provided support to numerous local charities and contributed towards essential community services and activities.
Lottery Fund III: Applied Science and Research Fund
Science plays a crucial role in our society, expanding knowledge, improving education, aiming for a healthier and more sustainable future and enhancing our overall quality of life. With the backing of the Channel Islands Lottery Fund, we are dedicated to facilitating local scientific studies that provide insights into our environment, address specific challenges and contribute to practical solutions that directly benefit Jersey.
Freeda Understanding Masculinity, Isolation and Gender Inequality in Preventing Domestic Abuse
Jersey Building Preservation Trust
Jersey International Centre of Advanced Studies (JICAS)
Jersey International Centre of Advanced Studies (JICAS)
Establishing the Thermal Performance of Traditional Solid Masonry Walls in Jersey
Restoring Natural Grazing Equilibriums for Carbon Sequestration and Biodiversity Gain in Jersey
Sustainable Approaches to Reef Ecosystems in Jersey Waters and the Effect on its Biodiversity and Natural Heritage
Ocean Culture Life Stories Beneath the Waves: A Science and Storytelling Collaboration Exploring Jersey’s Marine Protected Areas
Sangan Island Conservation Ltd Radiotracking of Jersey's Rarer Bat Species to Inform Conservation Efforts
Société Jersiaise Maerl Synthesis Report
Société Jersiaise Ramsar Sites Research Synthesis and Monitoring Surveys
£5,000
£6,750
£10,000
£10,000
£40,000
£8,000
£4,400
£4,400
Case study: JICAS - Sustainable Approaches to Reef Ecosystems in Jersey
The Sustainable Approaches to Reef Ecosystems project aims to improve understanding of Jersey’s reef systems, including Les Ecrehous, Les Dirouilles, Paternosters and Les Sauvage in Les Minquiers, and their contribution to the island’s biodiversity. These reefs provide essential habitats for juvenile and adult fish, support fisheries, and underpin recreational and economic activity.
The project follows a three-phase approach: initial ground-truthing and equipment installation, monitoring the effects of natural enhancement and eDNA analysis combined with community engagement and sustainable management strategies. Fieldwork methods include diving surveys, baited remote underwater video (BRUV), remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and intertidal transects, producing one of the first comprehensive assessments of Jersey’s reef systems.
Research is conducted in partnership with the University of Exeter’s Aquatic Resource Centre and eDNA Sequencing Facility under Professor Jamie Stevens, with results feeding into international peer-reviewed publications and postgraduate research projects.
The project will directly support the implementation of Jersey’s Marine Spatial Plan (MSP), helping ensure sustainable reef management and Marine Protected Area designation. Extensive research will enhance the credibility of the MSP and generate knowledge for fisheries management, biodiversity monitoring, and long-term ecosystem planning. Public engagement through lectures, school talks, and community events will raise awareness of Jersey’s marine heritage.
Grant awarded: £10,000
Long-term outcomes include sustainable reef management practices, strengthened fisheries and blue economy benefits, and enhanced research and teaching opportunities through JICAS, MSc Island Biodiversity and Conservation programmes, and the Island Ecology Field School. By combining evidence-based science with education and community involvement, the project ensures Jersey’s reef ecosystems and their biodiversity are protected, understood, and appreciated for future generations.
"Our projects range from Reef Ecosystems and Grazing Patterns in the Channel Islands to investigating Macro Algae for the purpose of Blue Carbon Sequestration, all with a Jersey focus and for the benefit of our island community. It is a fantastic display of collaboration and coordination that allows the people of our island community to come together and say that these things are important and we need to mobilise resources to better understand why they matter"
Sean Dettman, Director, Jersey International Centre of Advanced Studies
WO Street Charitable Foundation Jersey Fund
The WO Street Charitable Foundation Jersey Fund aims to empower communities by advancing education and alleviating poverty, with a particular focus on children and young people facing financial challenges in accessing education and necessities. Additionally, the Fund provides support for the elderly, blind people and disabled people who lack access to medical or convalescent care. The overarching goal is to strengthen the capabilities of these communities and enhance their wellbeing, ultimately supporting a better quality of life.
Case study: Brighter Futures –Re-Engaging Learning Through Practical Science
Grant awarded: £3,000
Brighter Futures was provided with funding to deliver a targeted science tuition programme designed to support a young person at risk of disengaging from education. By providing consistent, structured sessions tailored to individual learning needs, the programme aimed to re-engage the learner, strengthen understanding of key scientific concepts and build confidence in their academic abilities.
The tuition focused on developing essential skills such as concentration, perseverance, and self-belief, alongside emotional wellbeing. By addressing gaps in scientific knowledge and reinforcing positive study habits, the intervention created a stable foundation for future success in formal education, particularly in preparation for GCSE-level science study and beyond. This approach reduces the risk of long-term educational exclusion and its associated social and economic disadvantages.
At a community level, the programme contributes to tackling educational inequality. By supporting a vulnerable learner to remain engaged in science learning, it promotes a more inclusive and resilient local education environment, demonstrating the value of subject-specific support alongside broader social and family networks.
Through this science tuition programme, the young person has re-engaged with learning, developed essential life skills, and gained confidence in their academic abilities. In the longer term, the intervention is expected to improve educational attainment, foster independence, and enhance future opportunities, while contributing to a more equitable and supportive local education system.
For Brighter Futures, the programme strengthened partnerships with experienced education professionals and deepened understanding of how targeted, subject-specific tuition can complement wider developmental support. The experience will inform the design and coordination of future education-focused interventions.
Jersey Community Fund
£2,017,959
number of the grants below are multi-year awards and the figures reflect the total amount awarded
The Jersey Community Fund is our largest fund and provides support to the island community based on present need. This fund pools unrestricted donations from donors and Dormant Bank Accounts and allocates grants to impactful local charitable organisations and community groups, focusing on our five priority areas – as determined by our 2022 Local Needs Assessment – for funding:
• Reducing the Impact of the Cost of Living and Poverty;
• Supporting Mental Health;
• Preventing Ill Health and Enabling Healthy Lifestyle Choices;
• Promoting Community Inclusion and Tackling Inequality; and
• Caring for an Ageing Population.
Charitable organisations play a pivotal role in addressing these priority areas – as well as many other important areas – offering invaluable support, services and resources to those in need. Recognising the indispensable role of the third sector in driving meaningful change, we have committed to a funding strategy to help Jersey thrive.
As such, we set up the Jersey Community Fund.
Jersey Community Fund (continued)
Family Nursing & Home Care (Jsy) Inc Moments That Matter: Inclusive Respite and Enrichment for Children with Life-Limiting Conditions
Nursing & Home Care (Jsy) Inc
Grow Jersey Limited Provision of an Outdoor Educator at Grow Jersey to Expand Opportunities for Accessing Nature across Primary, Secondary and Community groups.
Grow Jersey Limited
Provision of a Head of Operations for Grow Jersey, Responsible for Revitalising Health & Community Using Nature as a Co-Facilitator
Jersey Community Fund
Grants awarded from private donors: £199,360
Jersey Community Relations Trust Community Wellbeing Hub
Jersey Employment Trust (JET) Driving Acorn's Future: Electric Van for Acorn Enterprises
Jersey Sport Community and Neighbourhood Sport Programmes
Kairos Arts Community Engagement Manager Salary - Focused on Strengthening Community Involvement in Therapeutic & Creative Ways.
Lifestyle Medicine
Jersey Limited Neighbourhood Health Champions
Lifestyle Medicine
Jersey Limited Live Well Jersey: Community Co-ordinator Role
Lingo Language Learning Jersey's Muslim Women Project
Mind Jersey Mental Health Peer Support for Over 65s
NSPCC Jersey NSPCC Jersey
Polish Saturday School Enhancing Education, Culture, and Mental Wellbeing at the Polish Saturday School in Jersey
Relate Jersey Reduced Session Fees for Clients with Financial Difficulties
Sanctuary Trust Funding Frontline Support Worker Roles at Sanctuary Trust
Service Station Core Costs
The Jersey Research Foundation The Effect of Obesity and Weight Loss in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (OWL-HFpEF)
The Sustainable Cooperative Cooking for Health
£40,300
£50,000
£19,110
£63,942
£30,000
£56,000
£2,000
£45,000
£75,000
£10,000
£17,550
£190,789
£27,500
£25,000
£13,720
Grant awarded: £24,000 Case study:
Every Child Our FutureStory Trails Project
Every Child Our Future, established in Jersey in 2016, works to address social inequality by supporting literacy and numeracy in schools. The charity provides trained volunteers and specialist programmes such as Story Starters, Ready to Read and Number Starters, as well as support for Reading Recovery. The organisation’s long-term goal is to close the attainment gap between less advantaged children and their peers, particularly in the early years when interventions have the greatest impact.
The Story Trails Project brings stories into the heart of the community through interactive, outdoor reading experiences. Along designated paths in Howard Davis Park, Millennium Park, and Millbrook Park, weatherproof frames display the pages of a children’s book, enabling families to read together while walking. The featured books rotate every 2–3 weeks, showcasing 24 new titles annually and aligning with local events, cultural celebrations, and awareness weeks.
The project delivers multiple measurable outcomes. First, it provides free, year-round access to books for all children and families, removing barriers associated with cost or limited availability. Feedback is collected via QR codes on each frame to track usage and engagement. Second, by working with schools serving high percentages of Jersey Premium pupils, the trails encourage children to read for pleasure, fostering language development, literacy skills, and confidence. School visits, book gifting, and termly events provide additional opportunities to measure these outcomes. Thirdly, the trails promote inclusivity and cultural awareness by featuring stories that reflect diverse abilities, experiences, and local heritage, helping children and families feel represented and connected to their community.
In the long term, the Story Trails build a more connected, literate, and inclusive community across Jersey. They encourage a lifelong love of reading, strengthen links between schools, nurseries, and families, and provide accessible outdoor learning opportunities for children of all backgrounds. Over time, the trails support early literacy, family engagement, and community cohesion, ensuring every child can enjoy stories and benefit from shared, inclusive learning experiences.
"Our Story Trails are more than a reading initiative, they have changed how children and families experience reading across the island. Showcasing books along a pathway in local parks allows for inclusive access to stories for everyone in the community. The Story Trails create shared moments of discovery, imagination and connection, bringing reading to life in a truly unique way by combining the joy of being outdoors with reading for pleasure."
Emma Firth, Early Years Programme Manager at Every Child Our Future
Kezia’s Fund
The family of 14-year old Kezia Mason launched Kezia's Fund with JCF on the one-year anniversary of her death, 7 March 2023. Established to support mental health among children and young people aged 5 to 25 and their families in Jersey, the fund provides grants and support to organisations and voluntary groups that work to improve children and young people's mental wellbeing.
The fund's specific aims are to:
• increase and improve mental health and wellbeing provision for children and young people;
• empower young people to develop their own initiatives to improve mental health for children and, young people; and
• enable young people to take an active role in the designing and delivering of mental health related activities in their communities.
Grant awarded: £10,000 Case study:
Mind JerseyYouthful Minds Project
Mind Jersey, established in 2011, works to safeguard mental health and support individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges across the island. All funds raised remain in Jersey to directly benefit local residents and services are accredited through the Mind Quality Mark every 2–3 years, reflecting high standards in governance and practice.
The Youthful Minds Project aims to break down barriers to mental health support for children and young people, with a focus on early intervention. It engages young people, parents, schools, and community partners to raise awareness of mental health, wellbeing, and neurodiversity. Activities include developing Mental Health Plans for young people and parents, producing guidance leaflets, delivering school workshops, and running campaigns to reduce stigma. Youthful Minds also collaborates with emergency services and local organisations to provide creative and practical interventions that help young people access support in everyday life.
The project aims to expand the Youthful Minds group by 5–10 young people, deliver at least five mental health awareness presentations to schools and colleges and run a minimum of two anti-stigma campaigns. Success is measured through attendance at Youthful Minds groups, school session participation, and feedback from wellbeing and confidence questionnaires completed by young people accessing the service.
The project ensures earlier access to mental health support, helping young people build confidence, resilience, and coping skills. Parents and carers are reassured that their children are supported, and schools and the wider community gain awareness of mental health and neurodiversity. By reducing stigma and fostering understanding, Mind Jersey creates a supportive environment in which children and young people can thrive and reach their full potential.
"Youthful Minds has helped me so much with my self-confidence, there are so many things I wouldn’t have been able to do without being apart of the group. It’s an amazing feeling trying to improve mental health services and I feel like my voice is heard with Youthful Minds because of how supportive everyone is."
Mind Jersey
Sedel-Collings Foundation
Established in 2006 by Rae Sedel and John Collings, the Sedel-Collings Foundation is dedicated to empowering and sustaining vital community services, from supporting men’s mental health to helping survivors of domestic violence. Following the founders' passing in 2021, the Foundation is now run by four volunteer advisers who ensure that its philanthropic mission aligns with Rae and John’s vision.
In partnership with JCF, the Foundation supports local charities through the Jersey Community Fund. It focuses on critical areas such supporting young people transitioning from the care system, violence against women, youth and men’s mental health, suicide prevention, loneliness and bereavement. The fund also supports those who dedicate their time to helping others in the third sector, recognising that they too need support, by contributing to JCF’s ‘Supporting the Supporters’ Fund. Through strategic funding, the SedelCollings Foundation aims to create meaningful, lasting impact across Jersey’s communities.
Case study: Focus on Mental Illness
- Supporting Families Affected by Mental Illness
Grant awarded: £40,000
The Family Support Programme provides practical, emotional and advocacy services to families affected by severe mental illness in Jersey. The grant contributes to a proportion of the Family Worker’s salary, who delivers approximately 80% of their time in one-to-one sessions, group work, and advocacy, while funding also supports essential programme costs, including materials, supervision, and training. This ensures families receive consistent, highquality support.
The programme strengthens families by improving communication and problem-solving skills, reducing isolation, and increasing confidence in engaging with mental health services. Evidence-based interventions include Behavioural Family Therapy (BFT), the ListenEmpathise-Agree-Partner (LEAP) approach and Carer and Family Advocacy. BFT promotes recovery, reduces stress, and supports relapse prevention, while LEAP provides practical strategies for empathetic communication. Advocacy empowers carers to navigate mental health services effectively, ensuring their voices are heard in care decisions.
The programme aims to support at least 100 families directly. Eighty percent of participating families are expected to report improved communication and confidence in managing challenges, while 70% will feel more confident accessing and navigating mental health services. Indicators include session attendance, family functioning questionnaires, pre- and postevaluations, and self-report surveys.
By providing evidence-based support, the programme helps families stay together, strengthens relationships, and reduces social isolation. Families gain understanding of mental illness, strategies to manage stress, and confidence in engaging with services. Over time, these interventions promote long-term wellbeing, resilience, and recovery, creating lasting positive change for both individuals and the wider Jersey community.
Supporting the Supporter
We understand that people delivering the work (may) need support too. Jersey Community Foundation (JCF), in partnership with the Sedel-Collings Foundation offers grants up to a value of £5,000 to community-facing charitable and volunteer organisations working to safeguard and strengthen the collective wellbeing and professional development of their staff, volunteers and trustees.
Focus is given to supporting impactful community organisations, with the hope of building greater staff resilience, sustainability, and longevity into their organisation.
Wildlife Conservation Trust Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue Workshop for Conservation Staff and Volunteers
Case study: Citizens Advice Jersey - Yearlong Wellbeing Challenge
The Yearlong Wellbeing Challenge provides comprehensive support for the mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing of Citizens Advice Jersey (CAJ) staff and volunteers. Building on the success of last year’s programme, the project combines creative, physical, and restorative activities with professional development opportunities, fostering resilience, reducing stress, and enhancing team dynamics. The grant will contribute to staff salaries, programme materials, supervision, and training, ensuring high-quality delivery.
Activities run monthly and include breathwork, yoga Nidra and sound therapy to promote mindfulness and relaxation; creative workshops such as watercolour and pottery to encourage skill development and stress relief; outdoor adventures and team-building exercises to strengthen collaboration and wellbeing; and restorative experiences like spa treatments to allow participants to recharge. Professional wellbeing workshops further equip staff and volunteers with practical skills for managing stress and improving team performance.
The programme directly benefits 30 staff and volunteers. Expected outcomes include improved psychological safety, morale, and professional development, measured through attendance, feedback forms, and service performance metrics. Participants gain practical tools for stress management, communication, and resilience, with increased confidence and motivation to perform their roles effectively.
Grant awarded: £4,500
By prioritising staff and volunteer wellbeing, CAJ strengthens its organisational culture and ensures a supportive work environment. Improved wellbeing translates into enhanced service delivery, enabling staff and volunteers to provide empathetic and effective support to Islanders. Long-term benefits include a healthier, more resilient workforce, stronger team cohesion, and sustained capacity to deliver high-quality community services, reinforcing the organisation’s positive impact across Jersey.
Social Mobility Fund
Total amount awarded 2025: £64,446
A new fund, The Social Mobility Fund is dedicated to breaking down barriers to opportunity in Jersey, ensuring that where someone starts in life doesn’t limit where they can go. Social mobility is about giving everyone a fair chance to succeed through access to education, enriching experiences, strong networks, and meaningful opportunities.
We fund practical projects that help people improve their life chances, particularly those facing disadvantage. These might include extra-curricular learning, cultural or sporting activities, skills development, mentoring, or research into what works.
ArtHouse Jersey The ArtHouse Jersey Summer Outreach Programme £4,500
Every Child Our Future The Reading Island project £10,000
Friends of Africa Jersey C.I 3 Day Orientation Seminars for New Sector Based Recruits Run 3 Times a Year
Jersey Basketball Association The JBBA Basketball for Schools Partnership
Jersey College for Girls Foundation Core Costs LEAP 2025
£5,000
£4,750
£5,000
Jersey Literary Festival Association Providing Coaches for Schools to Enable Equal Access and Opportunity to the Jersey Festival of Words Schools' Programme £1,596
Jersey Sport Sports Access Programme £30,000
Samares School Social Emotional and Mental Health Project Linked to Drama £2,500
Sanctuary Trust From Resident to Carer: Education and Empowerment for Residents
£1,100
Case study: Jersey Sport - Sports Access Programme: Removing Financial Barriers for Young Islanders
Grant awarded: £30,000
Jersey Sport’s Sports Access Programme provides targeted financial support to children and young people facing barriers to participating in sport and physical activity. The programme helps families cover membership fees, equipment costs and coaching expenses within clubs that demonstrate strong governance and safeguarding standards. Funding is distributed directly to sports organisations, ensuring sustainable and safe access for participants aged 0–17 who are new to or returning to a sport.
The programme benefits approximately 150 young islanders from low-income or disadvantaged backgrounds, promoting long-term engagement in sport and physical activity. Professional and volunteer referrers, including teachers, social workers, and club officials, can apply on behalf of young people, with applications assessed through a two-step process and oversight by Jersey Sport’s Charitable Funding Committee.
Outcomes
• Increased Access to Sport: 150 young people gain access to clubs, coaching, and equipment, fostering skill development, confidence, and pathways to competitive or recreational sport.
• Enhanced Engagement with Stakeholders: Schools, youth organisations, and sports clubs strengthen referral networks, ensuring funding reaches those most in need.
• Improved Health and Wellbeing: Participants experience enhanced physical and mental health, including improved cardiovascular fitness, social inclusion, emotional regulation, and reduced anxiety.
Since February 2025, the programme has supported 8 children across four sports, awarding £4,558.05, with 100% of applications approved. Long-term, the initiative aims to reduce the 11% participation gap among under-18s by 2% annually, creating a more inclusive, active and connected generation. By removing financial barriers, the programme promotes healthier lifestyles, supports youth development, and strengthens Jersey’s sporting community. Data is collected through surveys, club reports, and follow-ups, ensuring outcomes and ongoing engagement are effectively monitored.
"My 4-year-old son recently took part in the 6-week skateboarding programme run by Jersey Sport, and I just want to say how impressed and grateful we are for the experience. The fact that this programme was completely free and open to everyone is such a brilliant initiative – it made the sport feel really accessible. The coaches were fantastic: incredibly skilled, patient, and approachable. They made every session fun and safe, which is no small feat when you're wrangling a group of excited little ones with skateboards"
Jersey Sport Participant
Strategic giving
Together, we can discover and support incredible local initiatives that can make a real and measurable difference in our community. " "
How we work with donors
Themed Funds (including the Jersey Community Fund)
Our themed funds bring together contributions from multiple donors to address key areas of need across the island, such as mental health, community inclusion and the environment.
The Jersey Community Fund, our largest and most flexible fund, enables donors to support a wide range of charities and community projects. Funding is directed based on identified need, supported by robust due diligence and independent grant panels, ensuring resources reach organisations where they can have the greatest impact.
Donor-Advised Funds
Donor-Advised Funds offer a more tailored approach, enabling individuals or families to establish their own named fund.
We work closely with donors to understand their interests and priorities, providing research, recommendations and ongoing support.
Donors can choose their level of involvement and retain a high degree of control over where funding is directed, recommending the charities and causes they wish to support.
Once funds are committed, they are held within Jersey Community Foundation and must be applied for charitable purposes. Within this framework, donors can remain closely involved in shaping how their funding is used, while benefiting from our expertise in sourcing, assessing and monitoring grant opportunities.
Donor-directed grants (hybrid giving)
An increasingly popular approach is our donor-directed model, which combines the benefits of both structured and flexible giving.
Donors can view a curated pipeline of applications received through our funds — all of which have been through our due diligence process and are aligned to identified community need. These applications are reviewed by independent grant panels, ensuring a robust and fair assessment process.
This approach allows donors to engage more directly with funding decisions, while having confidence that opportunities have been carefully assessed and are positioned to deliver meaningful impact.
Our approach
All funding decisions are underpinned by:
• thorough due diligence on applicant organisations
• independent grant panels, bringing sector expertise and lived experience
• an evidence-led understanding of local need
This ensures funding is directed to where it is most needed and where it can have the greatest impact.
Working with us
We would be delighted to support you in developing a giving approach that reflects your interests and makes a lasting difference in Jersey — whether through structured funds, more tailored giving, or introductions to local organisations.
To find out more, please contact our CEO, Anna Terry, at anna@jerseycommunityfoundation.org
Apply for funding
We have lots of funding opportunities available for 2026 and 2027. To explore our full list of funding options, eligibility criteria and application procedures, visit our website:
www.jerseycommunityfoundation.org/ applying-for-funding/funding-opportunities
Our dedicated grants team is ready to assist with any questions you may have. Reach out to us at grants@jerseycommunityfoundation.org We look forward to hearing from you and supporting your charitable initiatives.
Our Team Our Advisers
We have a dedicated team comprising a CEO, Grants Manager and Operations Manager who work closely with our esteemed volunteer Trustees and Board of Directors.
Patron
Bailiff of Jersey, Sir Timothy Le Cocq
(Retired Oct 2025)
Bailiff of Jersey, Robert MacRae
Trustees
Philip Le Cornu, Trustee & Director and Co-Chair
Tania Hunt, Trustee
Helen Ruelle, Trustee
Board of directors
Nick Kershaw, Director & Co-Chair
Jon Carter, Director
Rosemarie Finley, Director
Heather MacCallum, Director
Stephen Platt, Director
Management team
Anna Terry, Chief Executive Officer
Trudy Le Bas, Grants Manager
Helen Le Marquand, Operations Manager
Sara Liddle - Head of Impact & Programmes
To ensure that our grant-making process is as effective and informed as possible, we also collaborate with a group of knowledgeable volunteer Advisers, who bring a range of sectorspecific expertise and insights. Our Advisers consist of both sector experts and non-voting civil servants, as well as individuals with lived experience that are reflective of our wider community.
Community
Gilly Clyde-Smith
Dr Chris Edmond
Dr Deryn Evans
Washington Gwatidzo
Cirsty de Gruchy Mosely
Suzie Phillips
David Roworth
Sport & Active
Lifestyle
Nikki Holmes
Philip Le Cornu
Morag Oborska
Libby Barnett
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Rod Bryans
Jon Carter
Mark Jackson
Rod McLoughlin
Science & Environment
Francis Binney
Julia Fa
Rosemarie Finley
Kezia’s Fund
Ben Mason
Esther Mason
Rob Mason
Suzie Phillips
Washington Gwatidzo
Social Mobility
Mark Boleat
Lesley Katsande
David Stearn
David Roworth
For further information on grants, please contact grants@jerseycommunityfoundation.org and for giving, development@jerseycommunityfoundation.org
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