Creating Opportunity, Easing Hardship, Helping Futures Flourish
Together, we can create real opportunities, reduce poverty and improve lives.
Teesworks Benevolent Foundation
Who We Are
The Teesworks Benevolent Foundation was established in 2023 as part of a lasting commitment through corporate social responsibility to support and strengthen communities across the Tees Valley.
Founded on the belief that successful businesses should give back, the Foundation is dedicated to creating opportunities, providing vital support for those in need and helping to build a brighter, fairer future for the people in the Tees Valley.
Vision, Purpose & Values
A stronger, more supportive Tees Valley where no one is left behind.
The Teesworks Benevolent Foundation has been formed to help tackle poverty and social deprivation in the Tees Valley, working alongside charities, organisations and local action groups to provide financial support and resources where they’re needed most.
We’re making a stronger, more supportive Tees Valley where no one is left behind.
We are guided by the values at the heart of the Foundation:
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Compassion and Empathy
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Inclusivity and Non-Judgment
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Promotion of Education, Learning and Employment
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Hope for the Future of the Tees Valley
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Dignity, Empowerment and Opportunity
The Teesworks Benevolent Foundation’s mission is to alleviate poverty in the Tees Valley by providing
Financial Grants
Access to Resources
Advice and Signposting
The Impact We Make
Our Commitment
As part of our long-term investment in the region, significant funds will be dedicated to supporting poverty and social deprivation projects and helping to drive positive change for generations to come.
Our Objectives
- Providing grants, items and services to individuals in need.
- Support for charities and organisations working to reduce poverty and social deprivation.
We Focus On
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Supporting charities, action groups and organisations delivering services for the public good.
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Assisting individuals within the Tees Valley facing serious social needs.
What We Fund
We provide grants to organisations, charities and action groups delivering vital services across the Tees Valley.
Our focus is on supporting projects that:
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Relieve poverty and social deprivation
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Assist individuals facing serious social need
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Provide enrichment, education, learning and employment opportunities
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Reduce isolation and promote wellbeing
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Encourage positive activities for children, young people and families
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Empower communities with dignity, compassion and hope
What We Can Support
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Food, clothing and essential item provision
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Community wellbeing and enrichment programmes
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Youth clubs, mentoring and activity schemes
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Family support and social inclusion projects
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Training, skills development and employability services
What We Don't Fund
To focus our support where it’s needed most, we are unable to fund:
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Projects outside of the Tees Valley
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Individuals not supported by an Organisation-Local Authority or Community Programme
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Political, religious or lobbying activity
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Retrospective funding (projects already completed)
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Profit-making or commercial ventures
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Statutory services delivered by public sector bodies
Please note: The Foundation does not deliver frontline services, but supports those who do.
Application & Requirements
What Makes a Strong Application
A good application will:
- Clearly explain the local need being addressed
- Align with our funding priorities
- Outline the positive, lasting difference the project will make
- Be realistic, achievable and good value for money
- Show evidence of appropriate safeguarding if applicable
- Highlight partnerships or community collaboration
We encourage projects that tackle problems with dignity, offer long-term solutions and give hope to people in our communities.
Minimum Requirements to Apply
You must be a registered charity, voluntary group, social enterprise, Community Interest Company (CIC) or community organisation working within the Tees Valley.
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Have a governing document or constitution
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Operate a bank account in the organisation’s name
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Provide up-to-date financial accounts
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Hold appropriate safeguarding and insurance policies where required
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Have the ability to demonstrate how funding will be used and its positive impact
Changing Tees Valley
Make a Donation
Every contribution helps us continue our work and be there for local families when they need it most.
If you’d like to make a donation, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch with us at admin@teesworksbf.co.uk, and our team will be happy to share more information or help arrange your donation in a way that suits you best.
Your generosity, no matter the amount, truly makes a difference and helps us provide vital support to those going through difficult times. Together, we can continue to make a lasting impact in our community.
