Publications and Policies
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Read the full Vision
To read the full Vision for Civil Society in Greater Essex- Click the PDF below:
Led by Essex Community Foundation (ECF) in partnership with the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, is a practical tool to guide partnership, planning, and investment, as well as an invitation for change.
It sets out a shared ambition for a trusted and thriving civil society across Greater Essex, recognising the vital role and economic and social value of civil society. The vision explains how partners can work together to reimagine how support is designed and delivered.
Annual Review
Read our latest Annual Review here (Download a PDF version here)
A full list of our grants awarded to charities and voluntary groups in Essex in 2024-25 can be found here.
Latest Annual Report and Financial Statements
Read our Annual Report and Financial Statements 2024, here:
Essex Community Foundation Financial Statements 30 June 2025
If you have any questions about these accounts or the work of ECF, please call us on 01245 355947. A member of the team will be happy to help.
Our Strategy 2024 – 2030
We want to share, exchange and use our knowledge to improve our work in local communities. Here you can access our publications and policies which guide our work. You can find out more about our community listening projects in the research area of our website.
Community Listening Report
Community Listening Project – Full Report
Community Listening Project – Summary Report
Grantmaking Policy
Read our Grantmaking Policy and Guidance
Our Grantmaking Policy outlines the principles and definitions used by us within our grantmaking.
Investment Policy
This policy details our procedures for managing risks and investments.
Complaints Policy
This policy lays out the formal complaints procedures pursued by us.
Privacy Statement
Our privacy statement sets out how we use and protect any information that you give us.