Local charity unveils new name as Richmond Foundation

Last month, Richmond Parish Lands Charity announced their new name, Richmond Foundation, reaffirming their commitment to fostering a fairer and more supportive community for everyone.

What remains unchanged is Richmond Foundation’s dedication to providing funding and support that empowers individuals with opportunities, responds to needs, and provides resources to unlock their full potential. The foundation’s grant priorities include strengthening the local voluntary and community sector, accessing support and advice services, improving health outcomes, reducing inequalities in education and enhancing community cohesion.

Richmond Foundation’s funded partners tackle social issues and needs including organisations such as the Vineyard Community Project who supports those battling homelessness, food poverty, recovery from substance misuse and mental health challenges.

Richmond Foundation is also committed to supporting local talent. This year they launched the Future Leaders initiative. This innovative career development programme is designed for senior charity managers, helping to strengthen local peer networks and invest in the future of voluntary sector leadership. Future Leaders is a partnership project developed with Richmond Council for Voluntary Services, the Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations and Clear Thinking Consultancy.

Founded in 1786, Richmond Foundation has a strong legacy of supporting individuals and local initiatives across the borough. As the charity continues to evolve, the new name better reflects its dynamic and inclusive vision for the future. You can find out more about Richmond Foundation.