We fund, support and champion charities in the Channel Island charities that make a positive difference to the lives of people who are socially excluded and disadvantaged people, enabling them to play a fuller role in the community.

Values

Credible - A trusted and respected voice in the sector

Open - A flexible, responsive grant maker that is a leader in delivering quality service

Aspiring - Bringing out the best in ourselves and others and in everything we do

Engaging - A learning organisation that listens, understands, and responds to charities' needs

Underlying principles

Collaborative – we will work together with charity partners and key stakeholders for better opportunities and more impactful outcomes

Inclusive – we will be open and responsive to different needs so everyone feels trusted and valued so they can be themselves and maximise their potential

Sustainable – we will consider the impact of our work on people and planet and safeguard the long-term future of the Foundation for our islands’ communities

Strategic Aims

1. To focus on improving the lives of people who are socially excluded or disadvantaged, by supporting charities which help them

2. To develop and adapt our grant programme to meet the changing needs of the charities we support

3. To provide developmental support, primarily through our strategic partnership with Lloyds Banking Group to help charities to improve their resilience and sustainability

4. To work together to develop the resilience of the charitable sector, and a greater trust and appreciation by senior stakeholders including Governments of its contribution to our community

5. To continuously improve what we do by being a learning organisation and sharing knowledge as a leading Foundation in the Channel Islands