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Networking at the Quilter Cheviot Christmas Gathering
We enjoyed meeting and networking with many other charities at the Quilter Cheviot Christmas drinks event this week. It was a lovely festive evening, with the added bonus of winning a delightful Fortnum & Mason's Christmas Hamper in the raffle!
Christmas at the castle with The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation
Trustees had a lovely evening celebrating ‘Christmas at the Castle’ with our project partners The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation. This fundraising event for the Sussex based wildlife conservation charity was the perfect way to start the festive season.
South Downs National Park Trust Apprentice Ranger Programme
We were thrilled to meet Sophie Ritson, SDNPT’s Fundraising Development Manager, and Holly Whitehouse one of their apprentice ranger trainees to hear all about this programme that we are supporting.
Fonthill strategy away day at Plumpton College
It was a real pleasure to hold our 2023 away day at the super AgriFood Centre at Plumpton College, West Sussex. The venue provided the perfect facilities for a productive day developing our forward strategy and agreeing our 2023-24 Business Plan.
Plot 22 – 24 hour BioBlitz bonanza
It was exciting to join Plot 22 during one of their 24hr BioBlitz events being delivered as part of their Fonthill 10 year Anniversary Grant. Trustees had fun seeing the overnight bug traps being set and local young people and their families getting involved in the event.
CEO & Trustees visit Audio Active
CEO Ceetah Grieves and Trustee Adrian Carver were delighted to visit Brighton based music charity, Audio Active, recently to find out more about their fantastic work with young people.
Thank you Steve!
We were sad to say goodbye to Steve Wilkins this summer. Steve has been a valued member of the Trustee team since 2018. We thank him for all his support and wish him the very best as he heads off to spend more time on his other gardening and outdoor activities.
Trustees get lost in the Worthing Travel Guide
At their recent meeting the Fonthill Trustees enjoyed reading The Worthing Travel Guide written and produced by The Laurels Primary School, Worthing, in conjunction with creative writing Charity Little Green Pig.
Trustees attend the launch of fantastic new training facility
Trustees were delighted to join others at the launch of a fantastic new facility, 'The Training Kitchen', at Plumpton College's new agri-business unit.
Trustees enjoy day out at Moulescoomb Forest Garden Project open day
Trustees enjoyed a lovely visit to Moulescoomb Forest & Wildlife Garden Project during their recent open day - and the sun shone!
Partner Organisation of the Year!
Trustees were delighted to accept the award for 'Partner Organisation of the Year' at EduSpots recent Annual Dinner and fundraising evening held at Sevenoaks School in Kent.
Fonthill supports partners working in Ukraine
With the increasingly desperate situation in Ukraine and surrounding countries, we are pleased to be able to help Link to Hope & Door to Hope as their teams in Eastern Europe deliver emergency support.
Trustees visit Jamie’s Farm – Lewes, during their ‘Gratitude Week’
Trustees enjoyed a fabulous visit to Jamie's Farm, Lewes, as part of the Charity's 'Gratitude Week' last week. It was great to catch up with team.
Celebrating International Day of Education
This year the day is celebrating & showcasing transformations that support everyone's right to a quality education, one that also helps to build a more sustainable, inclusive, and peaceful future – under the theme 'Changing Course, Transforming Education'.
