Funding Local Causes

Individuals and families

Depending upon your charitable giving goals, we have a number of ways to help and support you

Whether you are an individual who wants to make an immediate philanthropic impact or a family wanting to leave a lasting legacy in memory of a loved one, we are here to provide guidance and support. Our knowledgeable team will be happy to discuss your individual requirements . Some options you may like to consider include:

Establish a charitable fund

Start a charitable fund which matches your wishes and interests without the administrative burdens and obligations associated with setting up and managing a charitable trust.
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Leave a gift in your will

Leaving a gift in your will is a way to give something back to a place you love. We can help you leave a legacy that will impact our county far into the future.
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Give a one off donation

Donations of any size mean that we can continue to support local grassroots charities across our county.
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Setup a regular donation

By giving regularly you can help us to plan and budget immediate and long term support in targeted areas, addressing real need and deprivation.
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Give to our Winter Appeal

Donations are used to support local people facing a broad range of social need including that the most vulnerable people in our society are kept safe, warm and well.
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Support the Children's Fund

Your donation will help to provide essential and timely support to disadvantaged children and families in Hertfordshire
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Support the Love Herts fund

The Love Herts fund provides the opportunity for you to give to support people in the county you love.
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Other ways to help

Looking to fundraise, volunteer or run a marathon?
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Catch up with our latest news

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HCF's Annual Review 2024/25
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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.