A better today, a brighter tomorrow.
Point North is fighting poverty and enriching lives because everyone deserves a better today and hope for a brighter tomorrow.
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Fighting poverty and enriching lives
Our mission at Point North is simple: make today better and tomorrow brighter for our communities.
With the invaluable support of our donors, we work with local communities to fight poverty and enrich lives for people across County Durham, the Tees Valley and the wider North East.
We make it simple for you to have a positive impact in the communities you care about and support causes that matter to you.
Whether you run a community group and want to apply for a grant or if you want to support local people with a personal or business donation, we’re here.
Where to next?
Apply for a Grant
Looking for funding to support your community group or organisation? Click to see all our available grants.
Help us fight poverty
Find out about how you can make today better and tomorrow brighter for local people.
We have Rebranded
Find out why we rebranded from County Durham Community Foundation to Point North and what it means for you.
Calculate the difference you make
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People attending classes or events to connect with others, learn something new and enjoy themselves.
Calculate the difference you make
You can use the dropdown menu on the right to see how your donation could help create a better today and a brighter tomorrow for local people.
A donation to Point North goes directly to fighting poverty and enriching lives in County Durham, Tees Valley and the wider North East.
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people attending classes or events to learn something new and enjoy themselves.
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young sportspeople supported to hone their talents or fulfil their potential.
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A brighter tomorrow
Point North supports local communities and projects across County Durham and Tees Valley that bring hope, opportunity and make a lasting difference to people today and tomorrow. With your help we support projects including:
foodbanks and warm, nutritious meals
welcome spaces offering advice and connection
opportunities for children and young people to learn, play and grow
support and training for people to get into work or build their skills
Your donation helps create brighter futures for local people and communities.
Making a difference every day
We’re fighting poverty and enriching lives every day alongside our community partners and generous donors.
1 April 2026
1 April 2026