In Honour of Angela Marks

20th March 2026

It is with great sadness that we share the news that Angela Marks died peacefully at home on 14 March 2026, aged 90. Angela and her late husband, Ian, founded ECF 30 years ago following the sale of their family business, Trebor Confectionery. Their long‑standing philanthropy and love for Essex inspired them to create a community foundation that would give back to the place that had supported their family’s success.

Angela cared profoundly about Essex and was committed to helping local people and organisations. She frequently spoke with our grants team, always eager to understand where support was most needed. She was a dedicated supporter of the Chelmsford Counselling Centre, offering both her time and her counselling expertise. Angela held a deep interest in issues affecting children, young people, those experiencing domestic abuse, and, of course, the continued growth of Essex Community Foundation.