Latest News
10th
August 2018 
Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre chooses Plymouth Drake Foundation as its charity of the year
Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre presentation | August 2018
Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre chooses Plymouth Drake Foundation as its charity of the year | |
30th
May 2018 
In partnership with Royal British Legion and Alzheimer's Society
Dementia Week | May 2018
In partnership with Royal British Legion and Alzheimer's Society | |
The launch of our very own Drake's Pale Ale 
WAKE Fund Autumn Disbursement 14th
November 2017 
Our annual event to celebrate our work was held in October
Plymouth Drake Foundation Circulate and Celebrate
Our annual event to celebrate our work was held in October | |
We have a winner! 9th
December 2016 
Support our "Imagine" campaign and you will be helping young people in Plymouth
Win a Car with Plymouth Drake Foundation
Support our "Imagine" campaign and you will be helping young people in Plymouth | |
7th
July 2016 
Plymouth Drake Foundation gets backing from Plymouth Community Homes for young people plan
'Imagine' campaign launched at Plymouth Community Homes | July 2016
Plymouth Drake Foundation gets backing from Plymouth Community Homes for young people plan | |
Free will writing service for our supporters 
Plymouth Drake Foundation links up with Purple Motion 4th
February 2016 
Thank you to Janis for running the Plymouth 10k for us
Running for Charity | February 2016
Thank you to Janis for running the Plymouth 10k for us | |
A big Thank You 23rd
December 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation thanks local business leaders for their generosity
Plymouth Area Business Council | December 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation thanks local business leaders for their generosity | |
21st
December 2015 
Plymouth Area Police Choir sing their hearts out for charity
Plymouth Area Police Choir | December 2015
Plymouth Area Police Choir sing their hearts out for charity | |
30th
November 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation are pleased to welcome back Caroline Perry ..........
Welcome back Caroline | December 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation are pleased to welcome back Caroline Perry .......... | |
16th
November 2015 
A big thank you to everyone who supported our Crowdfunding campaign
Crowdfunding Target Reached! | December 2015
A big thank you to everyone who supported our Crowdfunding campaign | |
4th
November 2015 
Another great night celebrating Plymouth's voluntary and community sector.
Celebration & Awards 2015 | Oct 2015
Another great night celebrating Plymouth's voluntary and community sector. | |
15th
June 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation asked to open a new drop-in centre run by Ambers Angels Trust.......
The Grand Opening | June 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation asked to open a new drop-in centre run by Ambers Angels Trust....... | |
13th
April 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation will soon be promoting three new grant rounds in the coming weeks......
More New Grants for 2015 | April 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation will soon be promoting three new grant rounds in the coming weeks...... | |
31st
March 2015 
Since 2011 Beers Solicitors have supported the Plymouth Drake Foundation with a regular yearly donation.
Beers Solicitors support Plymouths Community Charity for the fifth year | April 2015
Since 2011 Beers Solicitors have supported the Plymouth Drake Foundation with a regular yearly donation. | |
19th
February 2015 
Our first fundraising event was at the Treasury for Valentines!
Valentines Party is a great success! | February 2015
Our first fundraising event was at the Treasury for Valentines! | |
Buy your ticket now! 7th
January 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation are putting together a team to take part in Trek Fest Challenge over the Brecon Beacons in 2015.
Trek Fest - Have you got what it takes? | January 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation are putting together a team to take part in Trek Fest Challenge over the Brecon Beacons in 2015. | |
9th
December 2014 
Plymouth City Bus are supporting Plymouth's Community Charity
We are on the back of a Plymouth City Bus | December 2014
Plymouth City Bus are supporting Plymouth's Community Charity | |
We are selling Christmas Cards this year to help raise funds. 4th
November 2014 
Alzheimer's Society veterans memory cafe celebrates first birthday
Celebrating Their First Birthday
Alzheimer's Society veterans memory cafe celebrates first birthday | |
29th
October 2014 
We have produced a fundraising booklet for people who would like to support us!
Help us fundraise
We have produced a fundraising booklet for people who would like to support us! | |
22nd
October 2014 
We were the chosen charity of the Plymouth Law Society Dinner that took place on Friday 17th October 2014
Plymouth Law Society Dinner October 2014
We were the chosen charity of the Plymouth Law Society Dinner that took place on Friday 17th October 2014 | |
13th
October 2014 
To celebrate the launch of our Friend's Challenge we went down to meet our Partners Santander.
Afternoon with Santander - Friend's Challenge | October 2014
To celebrate the launch of our Friend's Challenge we went down to meet our Partners Santander. | |
£2,500 is available from our RNRMC grant. 30th
September 2014 
Santander presents cheque to Plymouth Drake Foundation!
Support from Santander | September 2014
Santander presents cheque to Plymouth Drake Foundation! | |
6th
June 2014 
Local Artist Annie Meakin has produced a brilliant painting of Old Plymouth at Derry's Clock Tower. Thursday 10th July is the formal launch, click the link for more information.
Early 1900's by Annie Meakin
Local Artist Annie Meakin has produced a brilliant painting of Old Plymouth at Derry's Clock Tower. Thursday 10th July is the formal launch, click the link for more information. | |
19th
March 2014 
The Plymouth Drake Foundation has been successful in applying for to the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity for the second year in a row. In the near future Plymouth charities will be able to apply into a fund of ten thousand pounds.
RNRMC Application
The Plymouth Drake Foundation has been successful in applying for to the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity for the second year in a row. In the near future Plymouth charities will be able to apply into a fund of ten thousand pounds. | |
1st
December 2013 
The Plymouth Drake Foundation has sponsored the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) award for the 2014 Herald Business Awards and look forward to presenting our award and adding how all businesses can help local charities through their CSR.
The Herald Business Awards
The Plymouth Drake Foundation has sponsored the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) award for the 2014 Herald Business Awards and look forward to presenting our award and adding how all businesses can help local charities through their CSR. | |
24th
October 2013 
Learn all about the many charities we have helped through our local training fund. Groups are able to apply for a grant of up to 100 pounds in order to train their staff/ volunteers or Trustees.
Plymouth VCS Training Fund
Learn all about the many charities we have helped through our local training fund. Groups are able to apply for a grant of up to 100 pounds in order to train their staff/ volunteers or Trustees. | |
21st
September 2013 
The Plymouth Drake Foundation is supported by Seafarers UK and give out grants on their behalf in Plymouth. This page holds details on when grant rounds are open as well as stories about the successful grants we have already given out.
Seafarers UK
The Plymouth Drake Foundation is supported by Seafarers UK and give out grants on their behalf in Plymouth. This page holds details on when grant rounds are open as well as stories about the successful grants we have already given out. | |
Funding awarded to help children and young people 13th
July 2018 
New4You Youth Group were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Imagine Fund
Grants Awarded | July 2018
New4You Youth Group were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Imagine Fund | |
5th
July 2018 
Mount Batten Centre Charity Trust were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Imagine Fund
Grants Awarded | June 2018
Mount Batten Centre Charity Trust were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Imagine Fund | |
12th
June 2018 
The Friends of Plymouth School of Creative Arts were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Imagine Fund
Grants Awarded | June 2018
The Friends of Plymouth School of Creative Arts were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Imagine Fund | |
1st
June 2018 
Plymouth Youth Sailing Club were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Trinity Fund
Grants Awarded | June 2018
Plymouth Youth Sailing Club were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Trinity Fund | |
Local children jump for joy! 
Funding awarded to help children in poverty 9th
December 2016 
The West of England Billiards and Snooker Club were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Training Fund
Grant Awarded | 2016
The West of England Billiards and Snooker Club were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Training Fund | |
9th
December 2016 
Drake Sea Cadets were awarded a grant from the Trinity House Fund
Grants Awarded | October 2016
Drake Sea Cadets were awarded a grant from the Trinity House Fund | |
4th
May 2016 
CHICKS were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Royal British Legion Fund
Grants Awarded | Spring 2016
CHICKS were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Royal British Legion Fund | |
7th
April 2016 
The Plymouth Sea Cadets were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Trinity House Fund
Grant Awarded | April 2016
The Plymouth Sea Cadets were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Trinity House Fund | |
7th
April 2016 
OASIS Project were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Training Fund
Grants Awarded | April 2016
OASIS Project were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Training Fund | |
6th
April 2016 
Some of the successful organisations that were awarded a grant from the Drake Impact Fund
Grants Awarded | April 2016
Some of the successful organisations that were awarded a grant from the Drake Impact Fund | |
3rd
March 2016 
Plymouth Guild of Voluntary Services were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Royal British Legion Fund
Grant Awarded | February 2016
Plymouth Guild of Voluntary Services were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Royal British Legion Fund | |
3rd
March 2016 
Keyham Green Places awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Royal British Legion Fund
Grant Awarded | February 2016
Keyham Green Places awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Royal British Legion Fund | |
3rd
March 2016 
Pregnancy Crisis Care were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Fund
Grant Awarded | February 2016
Pregnancy Crisis Care were awarded a grant from the Plymouth Drake Foundation Fund | |
4th
February 2016 
We have been helping local community and voluntary organisations with their training needs
Grants Awarded | January 2016
We have been helping local community and voluntary organisations with their training needs | |
14th
December 2015 
We have helped Barne Barton Junior Raiders with a training grant for football coaching
Grant Awarded | December 2015
We have helped Barne Barton Junior Raiders with a training grant for football coaching | |
9th
November 2015 
We have helped fund the Ark Community Project with first aid training for their staff
Grant Awarded | November 2015
We have helped fund the Ark Community Project with first aid training for their staff | |
15th
July 2015 
We funded Pregnancy Crisis Care to receive training from our Plymouth Training Fund.
Grant Awarded | July 2015
We funded Pregnancy Crisis Care to receive training from our Plymouth Training Fund. | |
6th
July 2015 
We have funded the Lenkiewicz Foundation to receive governance training for trustees and a staff member.
Grant Awarded | July 2015
We have funded the Lenkiewicz Foundation to receive governance training for trustees and a staff member. | |
15th
June 2015 
In our final part of our RNRMC grant programme, find out how our latest grant recipient spent their funding.
Grant Awarded | June 2015
In our final part of our RNRMC grant programme, find out how our latest grant recipient spent their funding. | |
10th
June 2015 
In part four of our RNRMC grant round up. Find out how Plymouth Arts centre spent their grant.
Grant Awarded | June 2015
In part four of our RNRMC grant round up. Find out how Plymouth Arts centre spent their grant. | |
1st
June 2015 
In part three of our RNRMC grant round up. Find out how Theatre Royal spent their grant.
Grant Awarded | June 2015
In part three of our RNRMC grant round up. Find out how Theatre Royal spent their grant. | |
20th
May 2015 
In part two of our RNRMC grant round up. Find out how The Eldertree spent £1,500....
Grant Awarded | May 2015
In part two of our RNRMC grant round up. Find out how The Eldertree spent £1,500.... | |
11th
May 2015 
As part of our RNRMC grant programme we will be showcasing what £10,000 can do in Plymouth. Read further to find out how Plymouth Music Zone are planning to spend their grant money
Grant Awarded | May 2015
As part of our RNRMC grant programme we will be showcasing what £10,000 can do in Plymouth. Read further to find out how Plymouth Music Zone are planning to spend their grant money | |
22nd
April 2015 
We have helped fund Bickleigh Stables with their first aid training for staff and volunteers
Grant Awarded | April 2015
We have helped fund Bickleigh Stables with their first aid training for staff and volunteers | |
7th
April 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation awarded Nutkins Pre-School a grant from our Training Fund.
Grant Awarded | April 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation awarded Nutkins Pre-School a grant from our Training Fund. | |
1st
April 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation awards Churches Together in Plymouth a Training grant to go towards an international training conference in Pretoria, South Africa.
Grant Awarded | April 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation awards Churches Together in Plymouth a Training grant to go towards an international training conference in Pretoria, South Africa. | |
11th
March 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation are pleased to provide Memory Matters with a grant from our Plymouth Training Fund for a unique training opportunity.
Grant Awarded | March 2015
Plymouth Drake Foundation are pleased to provide Memory Matters with a grant from our Plymouth Training Fund for a unique training opportunity. | |
18th
February 2015 
We awarded Playbox with a grant from our Councillor Community Fund.
Grant Awarded | February 2015
We awarded Playbox with a grant from our Councillor Community Fund. | |
16th
February 2015 
We awarded Plymouth Underwater Hockey Club a grant from our Councillor Community Fund.
Grant Awarded | February 2015
We awarded Plymouth Underwater Hockey Club a grant from our Councillor Community Fund. | |
9th
February 2015 
We have awarded 3 grants to Plymouth Organisations from our RNRMC fund.
Grants Awarded | February 2015
We have awarded 3 grants to Plymouth Organisations from our RNRMC fund. | |
30th
January 2015 
We awarded Stoke Damerel Parish Centre £500 from our Plymouth Drake Foundation Named Fund held in partnership with Devon Community Foundation
Grant Awarded | January 2015
We awarded Stoke Damerel Parish Centre £500 from our Plymouth Drake Foundation Named Fund held in partnership with Devon Community Foundation | |
26th
January 2015 
Pride in Plymouth were awarded a grant from our Plymouth Training Fund
Grant Awarded | January 2015
Pride in Plymouth were awarded a grant from our Plymouth Training Fund | |
Plymouth Training Fund awarded to Horizon's. 3rd
December 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymouth Underwater Hockey Club.
Grant Awarded | November 2014
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymouth Underwater Hockey Club. | |
2nd
December 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymouth and Devon Schools Sailing Association
Grant Awarded | November 2014
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymouth and Devon Schools Sailing Association | |
14th
November 2014 
This summer saw 6 grants given out to Plymouth Community Groups from our Endowment Fund held with Devon Community Foundation
Summer Grants Round 2014
This summer saw 6 grants given out to Plymouth Community Groups from our Endowment Fund held with Devon Community Foundation | |
16th
October 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymstock Albion Oaks RFC
Grant Awarded | October 2014
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymstock Albion Oaks RFC | |
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to StoryJug 30th
September 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to the Tectona Trust
Grant Awarded | September 2014
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to the Tectona Trust | |
Plymouth Training Fund awarded the Oasis Project. 31st
August 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymouth University Athletics Club
Grant Awarded | August 2014
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to Plymouth University Athletics Club | |
9th
August 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to the Royal Naval Royal Marine Swimming Club
Grant Awarded | August 2014
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to the Royal Naval Royal Marine Swimming Club | |
24th
June 2014 
On Saturday 7th June we visited the Royal Naval and Royal Marines Swimming Club to formally present them with their grant of £2,000
Grant Awarded
On Saturday 7th June we visited the Royal Naval and Royal Marines Swimming Club to formally present them with their grant of £2,000 | |
10th
May 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund Awarded a grant to New 4 You Youth Group
Grant Awarded | May 2014
Plymouth Training Fund Awarded a grant to New 4 You Youth Group | |
4th
April 2014 
Plymouth Training Fund awarded a grant to Pride in Plymouth
Grant Awarded | April 2014
Plymouth Training Fund awarded a grant to Pride in Plymouth | |
Plymouth Training Fund grant awarded to the Pilgrimaires 2nd
February 2014 
The Plymouth Drake Foundation in partnership with Devon Community Foundation gave a grant of £2,000 to Plymouth Street Pastors, more information inside...
Grant Awarded
The Plymouth Drake Foundation in partnership with Devon Community Foundation gave a grant of £2,000 to Plymouth Street Pastors, more information inside... | |
16th
January 2014 
The Plymouth Drake Foundation in partnership with Devon Community Foundation gave a grant of £3,000 to The Alzheimer's Society.
Grant Awarded
The Plymouth Drake Foundation in partnership with Devon Community Foundation gave a grant of £3,000 to The Alzheimer's Society. | |
16th
October 2013 
On behalf of the RNRMC the Plymouth Drake Foundation gave a grant of £3,000 to Jack 'N' Jill's childcare centre in Plymstock. Click the block for more information...
Grant Awarded
On behalf of the RNRMC the Plymouth Drake Foundation gave a grant of £3,000 to Jack 'N' Jill's childcare centre in Plymstock. Click the block for more information... | |
Our Imagine Fund has now closed for grants 7th
April 2016 
How the Youth Hardship Fund has helped young people in Plymouth
Youth Hardship Fund | We need your help!
How the Youth Hardship Fund has helped young people in Plymouth | |
17th
November 2015 
Grant Opportunity to help towards Training Costs
Plymouth Training Fund | Available now
Grant Opportunity to help towards Training Costs | |
1st
November 2015 
Plymouth Drake Foundation and the Zone have been working in partnership to deliver the Youth Hardship Fund in Plymouth. Find out more >>
Youth Hardship Fund | November 2014
Plymouth Drake Foundation and the Zone have been working in partnership to deliver the Youth Hardship Fund in Plymouth. Find out more >> | |
30th
March 2015 
Supported over 600 young people in Plymouth and is looking to do a lot more.
Youth Hardship Fund Featured in The Herald| April 2015
Supported over 600 young people in Plymouth and is looking to do a lot more. | |
20th
January 2015 
Follow the link to read the latest facts and figures from our Youth Hardship Fund
Youth Hardship Fund Report | January 2015
Follow the link to read the latest facts and figures from our Youth Hardship Fund | |
7th
January 2015 
Do you like planning events? Can you help Plymouth Drake Foundation create exciting events that will become part of the cities yearly events calendar?
Volunteers Needed | January 2015
Do you like planning events? Can you help Plymouth Drake Foundation create exciting events that will become part of the cities yearly events calendar? | |
17th
December 2014 
December has seen almost £1,000 come in to our Charity from various events. Thank You!
Fundraising in December 2014
December has seen almost £1,000 come in to our Charity from various events. Thank You! | |
29th
October 2014 
This fundraising guide highlights how local businesses can support Plymouth Drake Foundation
How Can Business Support Us?
This fundraising guide highlights how local businesses can support Plymouth Drake Foundation | |
20th
October 2014 
It is finally here | After a short delay you can now follow the link and read about the fantastic event held on 24th September 2014
Celebration and Awards Night 2014
It is finally here | After a short delay you can now follow the link and read about the fantastic event held on 24th September 2014 | |
18th
October 2014 
Who were the winner of the Plymouth Drake Foundation's Spirit of Community Award 2014?
Award Winners | Celebration and Awards Night 2014
Who were the winner of the Plymouth Drake Foundation's Spirit of Community Award 2014? | |