Legacy Fund Supports Community Projects Across Leeds
October 27, 2025New grants aim to promote equality and inclusion locally
Leeds Community Foundation has awarded over £30,000 in funding to 16 community organisations across Leeds through the Community Action Microgrants programme. This initiative was set up in memory of Louie Ward Herbert, a community organiser and activist, by his parents Mick Ward and Gill Crawshaw. The programme is designed to support citizen-led projects that foster community development and cohesion.
Focus on equality, inclusion and poverty reduction
The organisations receiving grants will use the funds to promote equality and inclusion, provide direct support to disadvantaged groups, work towards reducing poverty, and strengthen neighbourhood connections. The projects vary widely, reflecting the diverse needs of Leeds communities.
Funded organisations and projects
- Angels of Freedom
- Beeston Hill Community Association
- Better Beeston
- Conversation Club Leeds
- Elders with Roots
- Green Wood Housing Cooperative
- Incredible Edible Crossgates & Cleaner Crossgates
- Karma Dance (Mental Health & Trauma) CIC
- Killingbeck Community Charity
- Manorfield Hall
- Mokkha CIC
- Project Hope Leeds
- Season Well CIC
- That Name Woman
- The Ethiopian EDIR Association Leeds West Yorkshire
- The Skate Scholarship CIC
The range of projects includes community gardening, cooking initiatives aimed at wellbeing, mutual aid groups, and inclusive movement workshops. Some organisations will also allocate funding to develop their own capacity and ensure their sustainability.
Ongoing coverage and community engagement
Chapel FM will be conducting interviews with some of the funded organisations in the coming months to explore the projects in more detail and assess the impact of the grants. Updates and stories will be shared on Leeds Community Foundation’s social media channels, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
The Community Action Microgrants programme continues to build on Louie Ward Herbert’s legacy by supporting grassroots efforts that contribute to stronger, more inclusive communities in Leeds.
Source: Leeds Community Foundation
