A call for applications to Islington Food Fund 2026 grants
Islington Giving and Islington Food Partnership are working in partnership to distribute Islington Food Fund grants. We are inviting applications from existing organisations in the borough, to provide support to those experiencing food insecurity and help towards strategies aimed at tackling food poverty. This is a call for Round 5 2026 grants that food aid […]
Join the Islington Giving team!
Islington Giving is recruiting for two new roles to join our Fundraising and Communications team. These roles will help us grow our income, connect with new supporters and tackle poverty and inequality across Islington. Islington is a borough full of generosity, creativity and community spirit, but poverty and inequality remain significant challenges. At Islington Giving, […]
A Farewell from Sarah Benioff
At the end of this week, I will be stepping down from my role as Chief Executive of Cripplegate Foundation and Islington Giving, after seven wonderful years. Working with Cripplegate Foundation and Islington Giving hasn’t been just a job for me. It’s much more personal than that. I too am an Islington resident and have been for decades. In […]
Bring your community project to life! Free drop-in sessions for Islington residents and groups interested in the Make it Happen fund 🎉
We’re excited to announce that Islington Giving will be holding drop-in sessions for Islington residents and small local groups and organisations who are interested in applying to the Make it Happen Fund but have little or no experience of applying for funding. Make it Happen is a small grants scheme which offers funding up to […]
My work experience week with Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation – July 2026
Last week, we welcomed A, a Year 10 student from a local school for a week of work experience at Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation. Supported by the whole team, he got stuck into a range of tasks from admin and research, attending meetings to external activities. Working closely with our Office Manager, Ruth, A […]
Small charities with big impact: How small charities provide support, joy and help to the Islington community
Small charities are often the beating heart of their communities. Working with limited resources but deep local knowledge, they provide vital support, create opportunities for connection and help people navigate some of life’s most challenging moments. This Small Charities Week, we’re celebrating some of the incredible small charities and community organisations making a difference across […]