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Redefining Networking: Join SYGN at Barnsley College.
We are thrilled to announce that our next business-exclusive networking event will be at Barnsley College on Thursday, March 26th - an essential session for those looking to drive social value. This isn't just "another networking event." We are diving deep into how businesses can create meaningful social value through purposeful partnerships. From innovative learning spaces to sustainable retail models, come see how Barnsley College is leading the way in community impact. Interested in joining us? Sign up
Social value network highlights careers inspiration at Skills Street
Business leaders from across South Yorkshire experienced first-hand how an innovative careers education facility is helping to deliver measurable social value for the region’s young people and employers. South Yorkshire’s Giving Network (SYGN) brought together networkers at Skills Street for a special event focused on linking business social value ambitions with practical careers education. Hosted at the immersive facility – which features a real-life airport lounge and plane cabin, aviation training suite,
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Double nomination for charity at Yorkshire Choice Awards
South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF) is celebrating a double nomination at the Yorkshire Choice Awards 2026. The Foundation has been nominated in the Charitable Excellence category, recognising its impact across the region over the past 40 years. Since being founded in 1986, SYCF has invested more than £40 million into local charities and grassroots projects, helping to make South Yorkshire healthier, fairer and safer. Funding has supported everything from foodbanks and mental health services to
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South Yorkshire represented at prestigious Lancaster House celebration
Representatives from South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF) were amongst the 300 guests who came together at Lancaster House, in London, to mark 50 years of strengthening local communities through place-based philanthropy. SYCF’s Chief Executive, Martin Singer, and Chair, Chris Booth Mayblin, joined donors, partners and Community Foundation leaders from around the UK for the prestigious event celebrating half a century of giving. It was hosted by UK Community Foundations (UKCF) – which heads up a
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Former transport boss appointed Community Foundation trustee
The founder and former boss of a leading South Yorkshire transport company has taken on a new trustee role. David Price, formerly managing director of Price Express Transport Ltd, has joined the Board of South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF). David established his business in 1979 from his parents’ home. Over nearly four decades, he grew Price Express Transport into a successful logistics company operating in a niche market across the UK, before selling in 2015. He holds ‘The David Price
Generous Gas Engineers Helping Communities With the Cost of Living
A kind-hearted trio of British Gas engineers have turned their focus from customers to communities by directing £2,000 to a Cost of Living Fund overseen by South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF). Josh Hill, Customer Delivery Manager from Thorpe Hesley, and his team of nineteen engineers decided they wanted to help people across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield with the cost of living crisis, after being given £1,000 by their employers for a charitable donation, which was subsequently
Local Leaders Launch South Yorkshire Cost of Living Fund
South Yorkshire’s Mayor, Oliver Coppard, and the Chief Executive of South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF), Ruth Willis, have launched a fund to support the region through the cost of living crisis. The South Yorkshire Cost of Living Fund was created by SYCF to support community groups in delivering projects that will alleviate financial burdens. The Fund has now reached more than £3,000, with people – who can and want to – donating their energy rebate, or whatever else they want to give. South