Kent Community Foundation

08/09/2026

Last week was a proud one for the team, celebrating the amazing people, charities and communities that make Kent such a special place.

On Thursday, we had the privilege of attending the Kent Charity Awards as sponsors. A huge congratulations to all the deserving finalists and winners 🌟

On Friday, we joined the Wards Children's Awards, now in its 23rd year. We have been proud to partner with Ward's for many years to help celebrate some truly remarkable young people and families and hear their inspiring stories ❤

And on Saturday, we spent the day at the Meri Festival, meeting local people and enjoying the wonderful atmosphere 🎶

📸 James and Bruce at the Kent Charity Awards
📸 Wards Children's Award winners
📸 Catherine and Ariana at Meri Festival

04/09/2026

✅ Practice hike: done!

Yesterday we took on a training walk ahead of our 25km Ultra Walk, where we'll be walking 25km to mark 25 years of Kent Community Foundation.

11.6km, 17,500 steps, some steep hills and plenty of great chat.

Bring on the big day 💪

If you'd like to support our fundraising challenge, you'll find the donation link in the comments 💚

03/09/2026

📢 Nominations are now open for the King's Award for Voluntary Service.

Want to learn how outstanding volunteer groups across Kent and Medway can achieve the UK’s highest award for voluntary service? Join The King's Award for Voluntary Service Webinar next Wednesday to find out more.

🔗 Sign up via the link in the comments.

Know an organisation that deserves recognition? Tag them below and help spread the word.

📣Nominations are now open for The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2027!

🟪 Know a voluntary group making a real impact in your local area?

🟪 Want to recognise their amazing work?

🟪 Why not nominate them for a King's Award?

Find out more at: kavs.dcms.gov.uk

01/09/2026

Hello September 👋

This month we're opening applications to the Georgina Maddox Community Fund, supporting projects that make a positive difference to people in Sandwich.

We also have a few funds closing soon:
📍 Little Cheyne Court Wind Farm Fund (closes 13 September)
🌱 Environment Fund (closes 30 September)
🛥️ Port of Dover Fund (closes 30 September)
🛬 Gatwick Airport Fund (closes 30 September)
🚸 Albert Burns Children's Fund (closes 30 September)

Find out more and apply via the link in the comments 👇

19/08/2026

🏆 Could your organisation be recognised with the King's Award for Voluntary Service?

Join a free The King's Award for Voluntary Service Webinar to learn more about the highest award for volunteer-led groups in the UK and get practical guidance on the application process.

📅 9 September
⏰ 10.30am

Hosted by our, Chief Executive, Catherine Glover, with speakers including Sir Martyn Lewis CBE, Chair of The King's Award for Voluntary Service, Paul Auston, Lead Deputy Lieutenant for KAVS in Kent, Beth Peal, sharing how Kent Volunteers - Kent Volunteer Partnership supports volunteer-involving organisations and Pete Snowdon from Medway Watersports Centre, who will talk about his organisation's experience of receiving The King's Award for Voluntary Service in 2025.

💚 Open to charities and community groups across Kent and Medway.

🔗 Book your free place via the link in the comments.

18/08/2026

Tell us what you think 💬

If you've applied for funding, received a grant or connected with Kent Community Foundation, we'd love to hear about your experience.

Your insights will help us continue to strengthen the support we provide to organisations and communities across Kent and Medway.

🎁 Complete the survey by 30 September for a chance to win a £50 Macknade voucher.

🔗 Find the survey link in the comments below.

14/08/2026

Which walker are you? 👀

As we get ready for our 25km walk this October to celebrate 25 years of Kent Community Foundation, we've realised there are a few different types of walkers in the team...

🧦 The prepared one
Socks already broken in. Layers planned for every weather scenario.

🎧 The optimist
Convinced a well-loved pair of Converse, a great playlist and positive thinking will get them through 25km.

⌚ The data tracker
Knows exactly how far is left, the incline ahead, and how many steps everyone has done.

🐶 The dog bestie
More interested in saying hello to every dog along the route than the distance.

🗺️ The short-cutter
Always searching for a "scenic alternative" and firmly believes that 25km is just a suggestion and is looking for any loophole to shave off a mile.

📸 The scenic stopper
Stops at every opportunity to admire the scenery, take a few photos, gather everyone for a group shot, and remind the team, "This is what it's all about."

So, which one are you? 👀

Or have we missed a type? Tell us in the comments! 👇💚

13/08/2026

🌱 It's National Allotments Week! 🌱

If your group is looking to start, improve or expand an allotment or community growing space in Kent and Medway, the Amity Allotment Fund could help.

✅ Up to £7,500 for existing allotments and community gardens
✅ Up to £10,000 for new groups creating growing spaces

We're also hosting a free webinar on 17 September to help groups understand environmental funding opportunities and make stronger applications, with guest speaker Peter Hasted from Sunken Garden Society sharing his experience.

👇 Find out more about the Amity Allotment Fund, apply for funding, and book your webinar place via the links in the comments.

📸 Doddington Allotment Association

13/08/2026

🌿 The team had a fantastic day visiting Abbey Physic Community Garden, a real hidden gem supporting the Faversham community!

A huge thank you to Jacqui, Suzanne, Tom, Ian, Jo and the rest of the team for such a warm welcome and wonderful hospitality.

We tried our hand at Kung Fu, got hands-on with power tools in the Men's Shed while building a bird box to take back to the office, and joined Jo for a barefoot permaculture session that gave us a fascinating insight into sustainable, self-sustaining growing practices and the importance of working with nature.

We rounded off our visit with a delicious garden-cooked vegetarian lunch, soaking up the peaceful surroundings of this very special place 💚

It was wonderful to be out and about visiting one of the many organisations we've had the privilege of supporting over the years, and seeing first-hand the difference funding makes.

Thank you again to everyone at Abbey Physic Community Garden for sharing your knowledge, passion and the incredible work you do to support people and nature 🌱