Blog posts
Looking for colour, context and perspective about the work of The National Lottery Community Fund, its impact on communities and topics currently in the news? It’s all here. This blog will explain, explore, showcase and examine the ways in which civil society, and as a result the sector, is changing. Read about what people in communities across the UK and sector thought leaders have to say and form your own opinion.
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Working together for a bigger impact: our new partnering approach
27 May, 2025
We’re launching a new way to partner with The National Lottery Community Fund and build a stronger, fairer society Read more -
A moment of reflection – one year into our corporate plan
21 May, 2025
12 months on from our corporate plan launch we reflect on what we’ve already achieved and where we’re focusing our efforts. Read more -
Supporting communities to tell their stories
7 May, 2025
In our latest blog, Tom Walters introduces our new Evidence and Impact Strategy - and explains how it will enable us better support the communities we serve. Read more -
Walking Alongside Communities: A Commitment to Partnership and Change on Black Health Inequalities
30 April, 2025
David Knott speaks about his experience of speaking at the Black Health Inequalities Summit. Read more -
Commemorating, empowering and supporting our veterans: 80th anniversary of VE & VJ Day
9 April, 2025
David Knott, Chief Executive Officer, reflects on the incredible sacrifices veterans have made for UK communities – and the role of National Lottery funding in supporting them over the years and into the future – and opportunity to apply for funding today. Read more -
Embedding youth voice in our funding: an interview with our young decision makers, Tia and Rachael
25 March, 2025
Rachael and Tia speak about their time on the UK Fund’s decision-making panel and their Youth Voice journeys. Read more -
Looking Back, Looking Forward: Community in 2025
6 January, 2025
Our Chief Executive reflects on the year gone by and looks ahead at what is to come. Read more -
You don't have to win an award to be inspired by one
3 December, 2024
Shane Ryan reflects on judging this year’s National Diversity Awards. Read more -
“My journey from Youth Voice Team Member to Youth Voice Advisor”
20 November, 2024
Katie speaks about her journey with the Youth Voice team. Read more -
Putting community agency, power and control at the heart of our funding in England
6 November, 2024
Phil Chamberlain shares our latest funding plans in England. Read more
