Inspiring Growth Fund

Inspiring Growth Fund: Empowering Communities Together

The Inspiring Growth Fund is the philanthropic campaign for The Community Foundation for Northern Ireland.

We aim to raise £1m, which will play a crucial role in delivering our strategy, where generosity and fairness changes lives, communities flourish, and everyone feels they belong.

Our Vision

We envision a fair, equitable society where communities thrive, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. Through the Inspiring Growth Fund, businesses and individuals can play a vital role in enhancing the capacity of community organisations to deliver essential services, create sustainable change, and uplift Northern Ireland’s most vulnerable populations.

Why This Fund Matters

The community sector has faced significant challenges over recent years, including the global pandemic and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. As demand for services grows and operational costs rise, many organisations struggle to find time to reflect, strategize, and innovate. This is where the Inspiring Growth Fund steps in—offering support to help community organisations think strategically, build resilience, and scale their impact.

Fund Goals

The aim of the Inspiring Growth Fund is to enable community organisations to strengthen their capabilities in several key areas:

Enhancing skills and knowledge
Expanding services and reach
Diversifying income streams
Building collaborations
Improving management systems and governance

This capacity-building approach ensures that community organisations can adapt, thrive, and make a lasting impact on the individuals and communities they serve.

How Businesses Can Get Involved

By partnering with the Inspiring Growth Fund, businesses can:

Make a lasting impact by investing in the capacity of local organisations.
Enhance ESG commitments by supporting community transformation and growth.
Build stronger connections with the VCSE sector and other private and public sector partners.
Share knowledge and expertise to drive innovation and sustainable growth in the sector.

The Impact We Strive For

We are committed to driving real, sustainable change. By working with organisations that plan strategically and build long-term solutions, the Inspiring Growth Fund aims to:

Improve business models and financial strategies.
Strengthen leadership, governance, and impact measurement.
Develop innovative solutions to address the pressing challenges facing communities.

Join us in making a difference. Together, we can unlock potential, build resilience, and inspire growth across Northern Ireland’s communities.