Dorset Community Foundation Unveils New Hidden Dorset Website

Hey! A charity in Poole helps Dorset. They work with givers and businesses. Last year, they gave £1.7 million away. Groups fighting poverty and homelessness got it. Some money went to mental health and disability causes. Loneliness aid also received funds.

This charity has operated for twenty-five years, giving over £20 million in grants. The money supports local groups and charities. They want to spark giving.

The charity made “Hidden Dorset” in 2015 and printed it again back in 2018. It informed people and encouraged action. The report now exists online.

The chief executive, Grant Robson, explained it is more earth-friendly this way. Also, they can keep the data updated, ensuring the online report stays relevant.

The site covers five need areas: work, education, and training; loneliness and health; poverty and sustainability.

Each section holds Dorset stats and highlights the challenges faced. Then, the charity gives its analysis, using both data and stories. Charities shared their experiences too.

They worked with Bournemouth University, with data researchers from councils also helping. Tom Flood thanked everyone involved for this. He chairs the foundation.

Each report section contains Frontline Stories that show real life. Charities share their daily challenges, helping people understand.

Tom Flood thinks they will help a lot. He spoke about the hard work done and hopes it helps justify funding needs, triggering conversations. It might open eyes to daily struggles.