Blog posts
Looking for colour, context and perspective about the work of The National Lottery Community Fund, its impact on communities and topics currently in the news? It’s all here. This blog will explain, explore, showcase and examine the ways in which civil society, and as a result the sector, is changing. Read about what people in communities across the UK and sector thought leaders have to say and form your own opinion.
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You don't have to win an award to be inspired by one
3 December, 2024
Shane Ryan reflects on judging this year’s National Diversity Awards. Read more -
“My journey from Youth Voice Team Member to Youth Voice Advisor”
20 November, 2024
Katie speaks about her journey with the Youth Voice team. Read more -
Putting community agency, power and control at the heart of our funding in England
6 November, 2024
Phil Chamberlain shares our latest funding plans in England. Read more -
Refreshing our People and Places funding offer in Wales
26 September, 2024
John Rose talks about the exciting changes taking place in Wales following last year’s launch of our seven-year strategy - It Starts With Community. Read more -
Bringing our community-led missions to life
24 September, 2024
Tom Walters gives an update on our community-led missions and the difference we want our funding to make. Read more -
How The National Lottery Community Fund champions grassroots and disability sport
6 September, 2024
David Knott, Chief Executive at The National Lottery Community Fund, reflects on the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games and how National Lottery funding champions grassroots and disability sport in communities at home. Read more -
Meet the team: our Youth Voice Advisors
12 August, 2024
We have recruited a team of Youth Voice Advisors, who will work with our funding teams to help design and shape the decisions. Read more -
The power of partnerships to tackle climate change
23 July, 2024
Nick Gardner reflects on the Fund’s commitment to climate action. Read more -
18 July, 2024
Fiona Joseph shares the importance of The National Lottery Community Fund signing the Age-friendly Employer Pledge. Read more -
Reflections on a New Era for National and Community Renewal
17 July, 2024
Our CEO shares some early reflections on the first few days of a new UK government. Read more
