The Co-operative Foundation
The Co-operative Foundation is an independent charitable trust set up in 2000 and solely funded by The Co-operative Group. The Society has donated nearly £10 million which has been invested to provide funding for the Foundation's current grant-making programme, Truth about Youth.
PLEASE NOTE: The Co-operative Foundation’s Truth about Youth programme is no longer accepting applications for funding.
If you need funds for a community project, and wish to apply for a small grant of up to £2,000, you can do so online. Alternatively you can call 0161 827 5879, or email communityfund@co-operative.coop for more information.
Truth about Youth
The aim of Truth about Youth is to challenge and change negative perceptions about young people.
We are working with seven charities in seven cities across the UK who will help us to deliver our aim over the next 2-3 years. The charities are:
- Envision – Birmingham
- Oval House – London
- Prince’s Trust – Bristol
- Regional Youth Work Unit – Newcastle
- Royal Exchange – Manchester
- Young Scot – Glasgow
- YWCA – Cardiff
For any enquiries regarding Truth about Youth please contact Sarah Robinson, Foundation Manager, on 0161 246 3039 or srobinson@co-operative.coop