Cornwall communities to benefit from renewed live match funding partnership
Cornwall's communities will benefit from the extended and deepened partnership between Crowdfunder Connect, the UK's leading platform connecting businesses with community fundraising, and Cornwall Council.
Building on five years of success, they will match more local projects with available funding through Crowdfund Cornwall, empowering organisations to raise funds and drive positive change. Crucially, this partnership enables the support to be community-led, putting the priorities of the people that live there first.
More than just money: Building a brighter future, together
This isn't just about ticking boxes or meeting funding quotas. This partnership is about building a brighter future for Cornwall, one project at a time. A number of funds have been created to meet different criteria set by the council such as the Community Chest Fund, Cornwall Climate and Nature Fund and also the Cornwall Social Inclusion Fund.
Dawn Bebe, Co-CEO Crowdfunder: “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Cornwall Council, enabling funding and support to reach the organisations that matter most to our communities. This builds on a brilliant 5 year history of supporting 150 projects and engaging nearly 14,000 passionate supporters.”
Organisations such as The Sennen Cove Recreation Centre and The Lifesaving Hub have all previously benefited from funding through the partnership and we welcome applications from more organisations across Cornwall.
Sennen Cove Recreation Centre raised over £26,000 supported by Cornwall Council
Here's how this partnership will make a real difference:
Unlocking Potential: Local organisations, often the heart and soul of their communities, will gain access to Crowdfunder Connect's powerful platform, expert training, and dedicated support to launch impactful fundraising campaigns.
Fuelling Innovation: From tackling climate change and promoting social inclusion to boosting local economies and preserving Cornwall's unique heritage, this partnership will fuel a wave of innovative projects driven by the people who know their communities best.
Maximising Impact through Match Funding: Through Crowdfund Cornwall, Cornwall Council matches public donations, effectively doubling the impact. Organisations can also access further funding from Crowdfunder Connect partners like Sport England and Aviva. This match funding is facilitated through funds like the Community Chest Fund, the Cornwall Climate and Nature Fund, and the Cornwall Social Inclusion Fund.
Transparency in Action: Aligning with Cornwall Council's commitment to transparency and its Localism Strategy, Crowdfunder Connect's platform ensures that every donation is tracked and its impact celebrated, fostering trust and accountability.
Digital Futures: This partnership seamlessly integrates with the Council's 'Digital Futures' program, embracing technology to empower communities and drive positive change in a rapidly evolving world.
How Crowdfunder Connect helps drive impact
Crowdfunder Connect exists to enable businesses and local authorities as well as trusts and foundations to support their communities more effectively. The employee fundraising platform is designed to facilitate innovative corporate philanthropy by:
Providing an easy-to-use platform for employees to create and manage fundraising campaigns.
Ensuring a place-based approach, allowing Cornwall Council colleagues to directly support causes in the communities they work in.
Harnessing the power of collective giving, driving meaningful change at both local and national levels.
Cllr Martyn Alvey, Cornwall Council’s cabinet member for environment and climate change, said: “We believe that local communities know best what they need. This partnership with Crowdfunder Connect empowers residents to take action, raise funds, and create positive change right here in Cornwall.”
Through this collaboration, Crowdfunder Connect and Cornwall Council are making it easier than ever for local organisations to access funding and deliver impactful projects.
