How partnership is making a difference for Stonewater customers

Supporting emotional wellbeing For this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re proud to spotlight the difference our partnership with Kaleidoscope Plus Group is making in the lives of Stonewater customers. Together, we’ve supported people through a wide range of emotional wellbeing needs, including anxiety, hoarding and neurodiversity. We’ve delivered this with care, consistency and compassion. […]

“Finding breathing space in a crisis” Sarah’s story

A woman with strawberry blonde hair warmly embraces an older man with graying hair and a cheerful smile. Both are wearing dark blue tops and appear happy and close, standing in a cozy kitchen.

Sarah* and her partner found themselves in financial difficulty after she had to leave her well-paid job, and her partner was unfortunately diagnosed with cancer. Although they were receiving Universal Credit at the time, they found that once the household bills had been paid, they had nothing left. Along with the regular payments of rent, […]

March grant stats show Longleigh’s continued growth

A smiling woman holds a young child who is wearing a blue vest and reaching out playfully toward her face. They are engaged in a joyful moment, with both appearing happy and close. The Longleigh Foundation logo is visible in the top right corner, and a banner at the bottom reads, "Transparent by Numbers" in bold white text on a coral background.

Each month, we track our grant performance to make sure our funding is reaching the people who need it most. Our grant performance tracking also ensures we are delivering funding quickly, fairly, and effectively. March was a standout month in more ways than one, and we’re proud to share the data with you. Headline stats […]

How Ruthlyn turned Longleigh’s helping hand into lasting change

An older lady with short grey hair is standing outdoors, leaning on a surface. The person is wearing a light purple sweater and a gold necklace with a pendant. In the background, there are blurred elements including trees, a brick wall, and part of a car. The top right corner has the logo of "Longleigh Foundation" with the tagline "making grants to improve lives in the social housing sector." At the bottom of the image, there is an orange banner with white text that reads "Longleigh's Impact."

Ruthlyn* contacted Longleigh Foundation for support after moving into her new home in 2022. She was part of a close-knit community where neighbours supported each other by attending coffee mornings and bingo sessions. But the cost-of-living crisis, soaring fuel prices, and rising service charges soon took a toll on their daily lives. Discovering Longleigh Ruthlyn […]

“Best job I’ve ever had” Tessa’s experience inside Longleigh’s Individual Grants

Longleigh Foundation are here to to provide meaningful support to Stonewater customers experiencing financial hardship. But behind every grant we give, there’s a dedicated person making it all happen. Meet Tessa, our Individual Grants Officer, someone who knows firsthand how important and transformative this work is. In a recent Housing Today feature, Tessa shares her journey and the […]

Grantees share their experiences with Longleigh

A word cloud in the shape of a speech bubble contains various positive words and phrases in different sizes and colours. Prominent words include "thank you," "grateful," "helpful," "quick," "great," "friendly," "understanding," "support," "professional," and "mental health." The Longleigh Foundation logo is positioned in the top right corner. The words appear in shades of blue, yellow, maroon, and grey.

We asked our grantees what they thought of us, and the results are in! Hearing directly from the individuals we support helps us improve and ensure we are offering the best possible service and experience. We put our feedback forms through a word cloud generator, and the responses were overwhelmingly positive. We were honoured to […]

Providing Essentials for Stonewater Customers

A collage of winter essentials is displayed against a red background with the logos of Charis and the Longleigh Foundation. The items include a lightbulb, a blue insulated travel mug, a red hot water bottle with a knitted cover featuring a white heart, a fluffy cream-colored blanket, a roll of draft-excluding tape, and a black electric heating pad. Two small wooden house models are wrapped in knitted winter accessories—one in a bright orange hat and the other in a blue scarf—symbolizing warmth and home insulation. A window squeegee is also included in the image.

We’re pleased to partner with Charis to help Stonewater customers stay warm and connected this winter with essential items. Charis provide essential household items through the Charis shop and we’re excited to offer specially selected bundles designed to provide extra comfort and support. What’s Available? Warm Home Bundle Personal Warmth Bundle Wi-Fi Dongles Preloaded with 60GB […]

Time to Talk Day 2025: Why Conversations Matter

A woman with black shoulder length dreadlocks and a warm smile leans against a metal post outdoors, wearing a dark grey jacket. The Longleigh Foundation logo is displayed in the top right corner. The background is slightly blurred, showing a brick building and sidewalk. The lower part of the image shows the words 'Longleigh's Impact'

6 February 2025 marks Time to Talk Day, the UK’s biggest mental health conversation, led by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness in partnership with Co-op. The aim? To encourage open discussions about mental health, reduce stigma, and create supportive communities where people feel heard. At Longleigh Foundation, we proudly support Stonewater customer’s mental wellbeing through our Circles […]

Keep Warm And Stay Supported With Winter Energy Saving Tips

It’s hard to believe it’s almost February already, and with it comes colder days and higher energy bills. We know keeping your home warm can be a worry, but small changes can help cut costs without sacrificing comfort. Below, we’ve shared some simple energy saving tips to help you stay warm while keeping costs down. […]