Our Story
Northern Powergrid Foundation was created in 2022 in response to Storm Arwen, to help communities become more resilient during emergencies. Thanks to an incredible £7.57 million donation from Northern Powergrid (Northeast) plc and Northern Powergrid (Yorkshire) plc, we've been able to support over 120 organisations with energy resilience projects. Today, we go beyond resilience, we work to overcome energy-related challenges that affect everyday life.
We’re an independent charity, run by a passionate team and guided by a dedicated Board of Trustees. Together, we’re working to make a real difference.
Our Vision
A world where our communities have the power they need to thrive.
Our Mission
We help communities turn energy challenges into opportunities.
Our Strategy
In 2026 we launched a new three-year strategy. Download it to explore our vision and see how we’re shaping a brighter future for our communities!
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What does our Foundation support?
Find out more about who and what we fund.
Our values are simple:
We are Purposeful
We give our all in all that we do. Our purpose frames our delivery and ensures we remain motivated and impactful for our beneficiaries.
We are Accountable
We hold ourselves to the highest standards, owning the relationships we have with our stakeholders, and being proud of the service we provide.
We are Honest
We pride ourselves in being open and transparent in all we do, ensuring our decision-making is fair and meaningful.
We are Inclusive
We recognise and embrace our differences, learning from each other and others around us to find new and improved ways to conduct our business.
We are Respectful
We are an approachable, supportive team. We see great value in collaboration and partnership and truly believe in the power of community.
Have you got a community project that requires funding?
In 2026 and beyond, we’ll be opening multiple funding rounds and rolling out new grants along the way.