News
If you want to find out about what’s happening at The National Lottery Community Fund, you’ve come to the right place. You can read the latest news on: the community groups and charities we fund, how we work with the Government and other funders to distribute National Lottery money and how we support local communities across the UK to become more active, vibrant and stronger together.
Blog posts
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Unlocking systemic change led by communities: the Solidarity Fund
3 June, 2025
Ali Torabi, Head of Funding Development, shares details of the Solidarity Fund launching in June – and how it has been shaped by community feedback Read more -
Changing systems within the Solidarity Fund: what we mean and why it matters
3 June, 2025
Systems change is about making systems fairer - creating structures that work better for everyone. Read more -
Accountability and lived experience within the Solidarity Fund: what we mean and why it matters
3 June, 2025
Lived experience leadership is about creating spaces where those most affected by injustice have real influence over how work is designed and delivered. Read more
People Stories
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“You’re very much left alone. We’re so lucky to have Dementia Forward”
23 October, 2023
With experience of caring for her mum who has advanced dementia, Trish recognised small signs of the condition in her husband Mike. Read more -
“Restoring hope to those who have none” – The pivotal work of West Midlands Anti Slavery Network
1 February, 2023
Hannah Periton speaks about her pride in the work that she and the West Midlands Anti-Slavery Network do. Read more -
How nature can help people ‘open up like a flower’ after dementia diagnosis
21 January, 2022
After his dementia diagnosis, Bill went along to The Sensory Trust, which facilitates activities for young people as well as those with dementia. Here is his story. Read more
Press Releases
Our press releases will give you the key facts about funding announcements, new grants or research, special events, launches, which charities have been awarded funding, innovative projects, best practice in the sector and more.