The Sussex Community Foundation
Sussex Community Foundation:1. Raises funds to improve quality of life in East and West Sussex and Brighton & Hove2. Provides services for people and companies wishing to donate to their local community3. Is building a permanent capital fund for good causes across Sussex4. Gives grants to charities and community groups in East and West Sussex and Brighton & Hove
Activities & Mission
Sussex Community Foundation:1. Raises funds to improve quality of life in East and West Sussex and Brighton & Hove2. Provides services for people and companies wishing to donate to their local community3. Is building a permanent capital fund for good causes across Sussex4. Gives grants to charities and community groups in East and West Sussex and Brighton & Hove
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 88% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 45% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,553,610 | £4,249,561 | £4,086,442 | £28,063,936 | £281,097 | 15 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,062,970 | £4,009,937 | £3,849,763 | £28,781,770 | £343,311 | 15 / 3 |
| 2023 | £4,274,437 | £4,657,346 | £4,516,728 | £26,148,648 | £502,490 | 14 / 3 |
| 2022 | £3,450,953 | £5,469,429 | £5,376,182 | £28,201,229 | £552,401 | 13 / 25 |
| 2021 | £4,863,954 | £5,744,211 | £5,648,050 | £27,467,136 | £506,872 | 12 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Sussex Community Foundation
What does The Sussex Community Foundation do?
Sussex Community Foundation:1. Raises funds to improve quality of life in East and West Sussex and Brighton & Hove2. Provides services for people and companies wishing to donate to their local community3. Is building a permanent capital fund for good causes across Sussex4. Gives grants to charities and community groups in East and West Sussex and Brighton & Hove
How much income did The Sussex Community Foundation report in 2025?
The Sussex Community Foundation reported total income of £3.55m and reported expenditure of £4.25m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sussex Community Foundation?
The Sussex Community Foundation has a program ratio of 115.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sussex Community Foundation registered as a charity?
The Sussex Community Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 2006 as charity number 1113226. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs The Sussex Community Foundation?
The Sussex Community Foundation is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Mark Spofforth OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sussex Community Foundation operate?
The Sussex Community Foundation operates across 3 areas: Brighton And Hove, East Sussex and West Sussex.
Is The Sussex Community Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Sussex Community Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1113226.
Details
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BN7 1RL
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- 14 May 2026
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