Funding Local Causes

Individuals and Families

Helping you and your family

Working with you, we can create giving opportunities for you and your whole family. You may choose to create a Named Fund, or contribute to our Love Herts appeal. Alternatively, you may choose to leave a legacy to the Hertfordshire Community Foundation.

Hertfordshire-based family the Burtons are one such family who have been keen for some time to get involved with local giving. Through Hertfordshire Community Foundation, they have been able to put something positive back into the community they live in and also engage their children with philanthropy.

For more information on how a Named Fund can be built to channel family giving through the gift of cash, shares, property or a gift in your will, please contact us.

We were impressed by HCF’s deep understanding and knowledge of the sector. Their key relationships – which help them to identify where there is need in the county – and the services that they provide ensure that local philanthropy is as effective as possible.
Sally Burton
The knowledge and expertise of Hertfordshire Community Foundation has been invaluable in setting up and running our family fund, which generates income to support older people in the Welwyn area.
Elliston Family

Catch up with our latest news

Celebrating 50 years of Community Foundations in the UK
In the last 50 years, community foundations in UKCF’s network have collectively distributed just over £2. 1 billion to grassroots projects and initiatives across the UK and Jersey.
Celebrating community spirit - Love Herts Day 2025
On #LoveHertsDay2025, a small team from HCF was proud to join Nicholas Buxton, the High Sheriff of Hertfordshire, along with a group of our fundholders, ambassadors, and trustees, to visit four incredible local charities making a lasting difference across the county. The day was an inspiring journey through Hertfordshire’s voluntary sector — a chance to celebrate generosity, compassion, and community spirit in our county.
HCF's 2025 Annual Reception at Sopwell House
On Tuesday 16 September, Hertfordshire Community Foundation (HCF) welcomed more than 140 supporters to our 2025 Annual Reception at the beautiful Sopwell House. The evening celebrated the impact of local philanthropy and the difference HCF’s supporters make to communities across the county.
High Sheriff Awards 2026 nominations open
Celebrating groups using the power of nature to benefit local communities.