Projects We've Helped

Over the last 10 years Two Ridings Community Foundation has distributed over £5 million in grants throughout York, North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire and Hull. This has benefited over 1,500 projects.

If you would like to know more about the ways Two Ridings has supported local groups to make a real difference to local communities across the region, either explore each grant individually or have a look at some of our success stories in more detail below...

Friends of Rowntree Park 2011/12	Creating a pond in Rowntree Park, York, was not only fun hands-on conversvation work for the volunteers, but has created a new interesting attraction for park visitors and wildlife alike! Read more...
Catherine's medical Elective 2011	Leeds medical student, Catherine McMillan, improved her medical knowledge, gained cultural understanding so essential in a multicultural Britain with the help of an Educational Travel Award. Read more...
RSVCI 2003 - today	The Richmond Swale Valley Community Initiative's 'Walking for Health' project reached out to the elderly, disabled, isolated and those in poor health with the aim of encouraging an active lifestyle and forming new friendships. More...
YUMI 2005 - today	York Unifying Multicultural Initiative is a community led, voluntary network that encourages knowledge and acceptance of difference through mutual support, celebration of traditions and projects. Find out more...
Space 109 2005 - 2011	This mini community centre focuses on youth and arts projects, providing a homely setting for relaxation or homework as well as creative opportunities for an underprivileged community. More...
Hampsthwaite Memorial Hall 2011	This project sought to counter the so-called digital divide and improve the opportunities available to elderly citizens in a rural setting. More...
Nuzzlets 2006	This farm-based project helps children with special needs or terminal illness. Nuzzlets teaches them about nature and encourages animal-assisted therapy, thereby providing care for abandoned and rescued animals too. More...

Sharing your story

We love to hear a good story. So, if you feel your project or group was successful, if you have a touching tale or some beautiful photographs to share, we would love to hear more. This not only offers inspiration to those considering donating to or hoping to win a grant, but also amplifies the voices of your community and those you have helped.

Send us your story and images today!