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Here for our Royal Town

Enhancing the quality of life for all in Sutton Coldfield

Supporting local people and organisations through grants, almshouse accommodation and community initiatives.

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Nearly 500 years of supporting Sutton Coldfield

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Support for people experiencing hardship
GRANTS

Individual grants

Help with essential needs for eligible Sutton Coldfield residents who have lived in the area for at least two years.

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Local community members
GRANTS

Organisation grants

Funding for charities and organisations whose work benefits the people of Sutton Coldfield.

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GRANTS

School clothing grants

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Help towards school uniform costs for eligible families living in Sutton Coldfield.

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Lingard House almshouse accommodation
HOUSING

Lingard House almshouses

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Self-contained homes in Walmley for older Sutton Coldfield residents of limited means.

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Local environmental project
OUR IMPACT

Community impact

See how the Trust supports local people, community organisations and projects across the Royal Town.

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HERE TO HELP

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Our impact
in 2024/2025

£1.38mAwarded in grants£1,378,283 total awarded
123Grants awardedExcluding school uniform grants
875School uniforms provided
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Our areas of support

Who we help

People, organisations and projects making a difference across Sutton Coldfield.

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Education

Support for learning, schools and organisations helping local people develop their skills.

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Arts, culture, heritage & science

Funding for projects that enrich cultural life and preserve our local heritage.

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Local support. Lasting difference.

The difference we make

Meet the people and organisations we’ve supported, discover what our funding made possible, and see the difference it has made in Sutton Coldfield.

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A calmer space for students at Fairfax Academy
Education & wellbeing£39,600 grant

A calmer space for students at Fairfax Academy

The need
Students needed a dedicated space to support their emotional wellbeing and help them manage the demands of the school day.
Our support
The Trust provided a £39,600 grant towards the academy’s Social, Emotional and Mental Health centre, including sensory facilities, quiet study pods and furniture.
The difference it made
Students have a space to pause, reset and receive support before returning to learning. The centre gives the school another way to help pupils participate in education.
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Connection and confidence through walking football
Health & community£9,296 grant

Connection and confidence through walking football

The need
People affected by cancer needed an accessible way to stay active and connect with others facing similar experiences.
Our support
A £9,296 Trust grant helped Boldmere Falcons launch Cancer Kickers, providing equipment and support from specialist expertise.
The difference it made
Patients, survivors and carers can take part in gentle, non-competitive football and spend time together. The sessions offer opportunities for exercise, friendship and shared support.
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Rooted in history. Focused on today.

From Tudor origins to the needs of today’s communities, the Trust’s purpose remains clear: helping local people and improving life in Sutton Coldfield.

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