Our Endowment fund

Harpenden Building Society’s Endowment Fund

We are a mutual that strives to support our local community and give back to the people at its heart. Our Harpenden Building Society Endowment Fund forms part of this. Our fund’s purpose is to support children, health and local community projects, primarily within Hertfordshire but also in nearby Bedfordshire.

Learn about our grants [anchor link] and the local initiatives we’ve supported [anchor link], plus how to apply [anchor link] to receive support from our fund.

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How our endowment fund supports the local community

We’re committed to supporting a wide variety of community projects, from charities and local initiatives to organisations seeking to improve health, facilities and opportunities for people across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

As a mutual building society that values the importance of bringing confidence to the community, our Endowment Fund is just one of the many ways we do our bit to give back, offering grants to projects we believe can make a big difference.

Our community grants

We take great pride in the work we do in the local communities, from volunteering for local charities and our CSR programme [link] to the fundraising our colleagues do for causes close to their hearts. Our grants are another great way to support the community.

We assess all grant applications, judging each submission based on specific criteria, and analyse the impact the project will have on local people and communities in the region.

Collaborating with Hertfordshire Community Foundation

All our grants are delivered in collaboration with the Hertfordshire Community Foundation (HCF), an independent countywide charity that supports local grassroots organisations and children and families in crisis by encouraging local philanthropy. HCF helps identify and research suitable projects for us to fund in line with our priority areas.

If you have a project you think would greatly benefit from our Endowment Fund, where our grants could deliver a significant impact, you can apply here [link].

Harpenden Building Society’s most recent grants

Take a look at our most recent grants and the causes supported through the Harpenden Building Society Endowment Fund.

Here’s an overview – click on the button below each to learn more about initiatives and the impact of our community grants.

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The Harpenden Hopper – HBS Grant: £4,000

The Harpenden Hopper is a community minibus service that has become much more than just a means of getting from A to B. The Hopper is a lifeline for many people within Harpenden.

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South Side Studios – HBS Grant: £3,000

South Side Studios activates vacant and underused buildings in the centre of Leighton Buzzard, transforming them into accessible, affordable spaces for artists, micro-businesses and community groups.

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Citizens Advice – HBS Grant: £4,930  

Citizens Advice St Albans District is a local advice charity. The charity provides free advice and practical support, which is confidential, impartial and independent to help people deal with a wide variety of problems.

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