Leeds charity to gain share of £1.2m ScottishPower Foundation support
A Leeds charity is one of seven from across England set to receive a share of over £1.2million from the ScottishPower Foundation, helping to tackle some of the most pressing issues in their communities including digital exclusion and closing the educational gap.
Along with eight other projects in Scotland and Wales, this funding boost will empower the charities to expand their vital services, reach new audiences, and provide crucial support to the communities they serve during an increasingly challenging time for the third sector.
Thanks to the additional support, one of the projects, Phoenix Dance Theatre in Leeds, aims to empower young people to explore the powerful legacy of the Windrush generation in shaping contemporary dance and Black British music.
Collaborating with historians and practitioners, 12 youth groups will create original performances to be showcased during Windrush Month, deepening their confidence, respect, and appreciation for this vibrant cultural heritage.
Melanie Hill, Executive Officer and Trustee at the ScottishPower Foundation, said: “We are always looking to back organisations that drive meaningful and lasting change, especially during such a challenging time for the charity sector.
“We believe all of this year’s funded projects will play a crucial role in our society - whether they are tackling poverty, closing educational gaps, or celebrating our rich cultural heritage - and we cannot wait to see the extraordinary impact they will have this year."
Since 2013, the ScottishPower Foundation has donated over £16million to charitable initiatives throughout the UK, including 270 grants. This year’s funding continues to bolster projects focused on education, training, climate action, the arts, and social initiatives that will make a real impact in their communities.