Community foundation chosen as Hertfordshire Constabulary’s first ever charity of the year
A community foundation that supports groups to address social needs has been named as Hertfordshire Constabulary’s first charity of the year.
Hertfordshire Community Foundation works to provide grants and support to small charities and community groups, so they can help individuals facing domestic abuse, food and fuel poverty, debt, mental health concerns and social isolation.
Founded in 1988, and based in Hatfield, the foundation has awarded more than £35 million to benefit individuals and organisations across the county.
It was nominated after Hertfordshire Constabulary’s Chief Constable Andy Prophet visited the foundation to see and hear first-hand about its work.
Chief Constable Prophet said: “Hertfordshire Community Foundation funds projects helping some of the most vulnerable people in the county so it is clear to see how their work supports our work, supporting people affected by crime as well as addressing issues that may result in people turning to crime.
“Throughout the coming year, when we host events like our family day or need an excuse for a cake baking competition, I hope we can raise much-needed funds for the foundation.
“It’s a first for us to have a chosen charity for the year, so I look forward to us boosting charity funds as well as ‘Team Herts’ morale with some fun fundraising schemes.”
Chief executive of Hertfordshire Community Foundation Paul Robin added: "We are incredibly grateful to Hertfordshire Constabulary for choosing Hertfordshire Community Foundation as their beneficiary charity for 2026.
“The funds raised will make a real difference to local people facing some of the toughest challenges in our communities, while also strengthening the vital small grassroots charities that support them every day.
“Many of the organisations we fund work closely with those affected by crime or help address the underlying issues that can lead to it, playing an essential role in building safer, more resilient communities across Hertfordshire.
“We very much look forward to supporting Hertfordshire Constabulary’s fundraising initiatives wherever possible and are excited about the positive impact this partnership will have for the county.”