Stories from previous recipients
We are proud of all the young people we have supported. Here are some of their stories.
The Foundation has helped young people from Northiam across a range of activities — from university studies to apprenticeships, sporting achievements to artistic pursuits.
"The grant helped me buy the textbooks I needed for my first year"
A University of Sussex student studying Environmental Science describes how the Foundation helped her get started at university.
"I couldn't have started my apprenticeship without the right tools"
A Northiam resident training as a horticulturalist explains how the Foundation's grant covered his essential equipment costs.
"Competing at county level became possible with the Foundation's support"
A young swimmer from Northiam describes how the Foundation helped her reach county championships.
"The grant covered my field trip — an experience I'll never forget"
A geography student shares how the Foundation supported her participation in a field trip that counted towards her degree.
"Having the right laptop made a real difference to my studies"
A computing student explains how the Foundation helped him purchase the equipment his course required.
"The remedial coaching helped me catch up after lockdown"
A GCSE student who struggled during the Covid lockdowns describes how the Foundation supported coaching sessions to help him get back on track.
These are placeholder stories. Real stories from Northiam young people will be added by the administrator. If you have benefited from a Foundation grant and would like to share your story, please get in touch.