We inspire people to give, help Yorkshire communities to thrive, and change lives together

Since 2000, we have awarded over £23m in grants to grassroots community groups and charities to strengthen communities across Yorkshire.

Working with generous supporters our grants and support reach the people most in need and help to create equality and opportunity in Yorkshire communities.

If you want to give locally and effectively in North & East Yorkshire, Hull and York, give through Two Ridings Community Foundation.

Find out all about Two Ridings Community Foundation

2025 sees us celebrating 25 years of community impact

Celebrating 25 years of Two Ridings

As we mark this milestone, we’re focused on the future—partnering with donors, funders and community groups to shape a brighter, more connected, thriving Yorkshire for the next 25 years and beyond.

Be part of it

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Be the difference in your region

Invest in the causes and communities in Yorkshire that matter to you with a trusted and knowledgeable regional foundation team.

Choose whether to leave a legacy for long term impact, invest into a collective fund or focus on a specific place or need you feel passionate about.

Talk through how your investment will make a difference and understand the benefits of charitable giving for you and your community.

Choose how to give

Apply for funding

Find the funding that is right for you

Apply directly for grants and funding available to local community groups and small charitable organisations in North & East Yorkshire, York and Hull.

Search by the whole region or a specific place, and look for funding tackling specific issues.

Read the full guidance notes to ensure your eligibility.

Apply for funding

Our impact this year

£2.2 million
distributed

477
grants awarded

£4,800
average grant

58%
applicant success rate

Giving that transforms people's lives

Impact Report 2024

In 2023-2024 Two Ridings gave away £2.2 million in grants to 477 groups improving the lives of thousands of local people. The average grant was £4,800.

This is all thanks to generous donations and investment from people, businesses, councils and other funders driven to make a difference in Yorkshire. We could not do it without you.

 

Check out our Impact

Connecting companies that care with causes that matter

Join our Corporate Sponsorship Programme

If you are a regional business that wants to give back to the local community, become a Community Champion.

Build your brand as a generous  organisation that gives charitably.

We provide the expertise and support to turn your corporate giving into real, impactful change.

Become a Community Champion

Latest news from Two Ridings

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Over £33,476 distributed to projects supporting women across North Yorkshire

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Two Ridings and The Randal Foundation unite to tackle poverty and inequality in Hull

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