The Islington Food Fund: working together to tackle local food poverty
The Islington Food Week (6-12th March) saw the launch of the Islington Food Strategy, 2023-28 – a community-led and inclusive approach to jointly tackle many of the food issues that is prevalent in society. The food strategy is predicated on four key themes and principles: Affordable healthy food for all, Sustainable local food economy, Climate […]
Being a Trustee for Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation
Our Trustees are integral to the work that we do at Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation. This #TrusteesWeek we caught up with two of our board members – Edmund Brandt and Sarah Lee – to learn more about their motivations in becoming a Trustee, their highlights so far, and how they’re making a positive difference […]
Catching up with Global Generation’s Floating Garden
Exciting update alert! As some of you may remember, our 2021 group of Young Grant Makers funded a Global Generation project to create a floating garden, created by young people. Tamanna Ali and Lisa Robinson recently met with Nadire and Martina from Global Generation on the Floating Garden to find out how they have been […]
We are hiring an Office Manager!
Are you looking to develop your career in office administration whilst working for a community-based charity? Can you take the initiative and show that you’re a team-player, supporting your colleagues in delivering high quality admin support? Cripplegate Foundation and Islington Giving has an excellent opportunity to join us as our Office Manager, ideal for someone with existing […]
#RefugeeWeek special: Interview with actor and campaigner Juliet Stevenson
For many on stage, screen and in our borough, Juliet Stevenson needs no introduction. Having starred in a wide range of popular films and creative projects, Juliet is also a long-time Islington resident and campaigner for the rights of refugees and migrants. This #RefugeeWeek we asked Juliet to share her experiences of working with refugees […]
Arsenal in the Community on our collaboration to promote positive mental health among young people
This type of partnership approach to supporting the community is invaluable and, in our experience, the most effective programmes have been those with like-minded organisations coming together to support a local need. For this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re highlighting our collaboration with Brandon Centre and Arsenal in the Community to promote positive mental health […]
