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IVAR – Open and Trusting Grantmaking Members

We have signed up to be an open and trusting grantmaker, as part of an initiative from IVAR that is supported by London Funders and developed in collaboration with a small group of UK foundations and charities. They are calling on funders to adopt simpler, more flexible practices that make life easier for those they fund, in light of the ongoing uncertainty caused by Covid-19. Their ambition is to see these commitments extend beyond the crisis: to become standard practice in the sector. We are one of over 100 funders who have signed up to eight commitments and joined a community with other funders and charities to improve practice together.

Let’s Talk, Let’s Listen

posted 25/06/2026
This photo captures a large, diverse group of people engaged in a unifying team gesture—everyone has one hand extended into the center of the group, symbolizing solidarity, cooperation, and collective effort. The group includes people of various ages, genders, and ethnicities, all smiling and appearing enthusiastic and connected. The setting looks like a community center or office space with natural light streaming through the windows. The mood of the photo is energetic, inclusive, and optimistic, making it ideal for representing themes like teamwork, community building, volunteerism, or organizational unity.

Exciting Trustee Opportunity with GCF 2026

posted 19/06/2026

Fundraiser for the High Sheriff Fund

posted 08/06/2026

Welcome Faye! Our new Grants Manager

posted 13/04/2026

GCF Annual Celebration 2025

posted 18/11/2025
Two separate images of a man and woman in sports wear, with race numbers pinned to their clothing standing outside.

Team GCF complete Cheltenham Half!

posted 25/09/2025
The bottom half of the image is an illustrated scene of a group of diverse runners, both men and women, participating in a half-marathon through a scenic, tree-lined path. The runners are wearing numbered bibs and athletic gear, and the illustration evokes a vibrant, energetic, and community-focused atmosphere. The image promotes the participation of GCF in the Cheltenham (Chelt) Half-Marathon as a fundraising or community engagement effort.

Running for GCF!

posted 07/08/2025
Julie Kent the High Sheriff of Gloucestershire (2024), stood smiling with two cadets also smiling in a street that looks like a shopping centre.

High Sheriff of Gloucestershire Appeal

posted 10/07/2025
A photo of 4 women smiling at the camera and pointing behind them to a sign that says 'The Churn'

Celebrating 50 years with UKCF!

posted 24/06/2025
GCF team and trustees at the car rally event in 2024

Happy Volunteers Week!

posted 05/06/2025