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Keep up to date with our latest news, our grants and the good causes we’re supporting. Not all are registered charities, some are simply small local initiatives that fit our guidelines for a good cause.
Matthew Good Foundation Reaches £2 Million Milestone
£2 million. It is a number worth pausing on – not because of what it says about us, but because of what it represents for the hundreds of small charities and community groups who have received that support since 2011. Here, we reflect on the journey, the people who made it possible, and what comes next.
Minorfern Foundation closes second year with £40,000 granted to eleven local charities.
The Minorfern Foundation has completed its second year of charitable giving, awarding £40,000 in unrestricted grants to eleven organisations across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire and Yorkshire. This brings the total distributed since the Foundation’s launch in 2024 to £80,000 – supporting twenty-one organisations across the regions where SDL Car Parts operates.
Jamie Lewis MBE Recognised for Service to Communities
Congratulations to our Trustee Jamie Lewis MBE, recognised for his outstanding voluntary service across Yorkshire. Jamie’s leadership – shaped by his own lived experience and a deep commitment to community – has strengthened the voluntary sector across the region and created opportunities for countless people.
96% of Charities Get 16% of the Money. How Business ESG Strategy Can Help.
Thousands of small charities are making a huge difference in communities every day, yet they make up 96% of the sector but receive just 16% of its income. The gap isn’t just about money, and businesses have a real role to play in closing it.
Oades Family Trust Forms Strategic Charitable Partnership Through Grants for Good
A new partnership is helping expand the reach of the Matthew Good Foundation’s Grants for Good programme, bringing another £12,000 each year to small non-profits making a vital difference across the UK.
Grants for Good 2026: First Five Small Charity Grants Awarded by John Good Group
Discover the latest Grants for Good winners! £15,000 in small charity grants awarded to UK non-profits making a real impact in 2026.
Matthew Good Foundation expands team to scale corporate giving programme
The Matthew Good Foundation has announced a major expansion of its team as it accelerates ambitions to bring its successful Grants for Good corporate giving programme to more businesses across the UK.
Coordinated Effort by Arthur Smith and DAN Shipping directs £6,500 to Local Women’s Aid Charity
A group of employees at John Good Group Maritime companies – Arthur Smith and DAN Shipping – have banded together to nominate Women’s Aid Northeast Lincolnshire for grants worth £6,500 pounds, through the John Good Group Employee Giving Programme.
Supporting the people behind change: leadership bursary now open
The Matthew Good Foundation has partnered with Embercombe to offer the Changemaker Bursary, providing five fully funded places on The Twin Trail — a six-month, multi-faceted leadership mentoring programme for grassroots leaders and emerging changemakers. Residential retreats, coaching, peer learning, and online modules combine to help participants grow confidence, resilience, and impact. Applications close 16 February 2026.
Minorfern Foundation launches second year with three local charity grants
The Minorfern Foundation begins its second year of charitable giving, awarding grants to three grassroots charities nominated by SDL Car Parts employees, supporting people-led projects making a local impact.
Holderness Hedgehog Hospital Completes Major Upgrade with Grant from John Good Group
Holderness Hedgehog Hospital, a volunteer-led hedgehog rescue in Hull and the East Riding, has completed a game-changing upgrade of its facilities thanks to a generous grant from The John Good Group.
Annual Review 2024: Another record year sees over £377k granted to non-profits
In 2024, the Matthew Good Foundation granted over £377,000 to charities, small non-profits, and social enterprises. Discover how employee giving, Grants for Good, and long-term support programmes are making a real impact locally and nationally.
Grants for Good 2025: Five More Small Charity Grants Awarded
The John Good Group has awarded £15,000 in small charity grants to five exceptional UK non-profits through the second round of Grants for Good 2025. Discover the inspiring projects making a real impact in local communities.
CIC vs CIO: Which Structure is Right for Your Good Cause?
Thinking of starting a good cause? Many people begin as a community group, local fundraiser, or volunteer project. As your activities grow, you may want to formalise your organisation. This guide offers beginners information on CICs and CIOs, explaining their key differences, benefits, and considerations for social enterprises and charities.
Employee Giving Programme Triples Funds Raised for Bridge to Bridge Cyclists
Now in its third year, the Bridge to Bridge cycling challenge saw 13 riders including three from John Good Group and 10 from other Hull businesses complete 212 miles and raise over £30,000 for Sailors’ Children’s Society. The Matthew Good Foundation boosted the total by £8,000 through the employee giving programme, with £6,000 in double-matched fundraising and £2,000 in Champion Grants.
Grants for Good Awards Another £15,000 to Grassroots Charities
Discover the latest winners of the Grants for Good programme, awarding £15,000 in small charity grants to grassroots organisations making a difference
Charity Bid Writing Tips: What Makes a Standout Application
Kirsty Clark, Executive Director of the Matthew Good Foundation, shares insider tips on what makes a standout application for the Grants for Good programme – from telling your story with clarity to showing real impact. Whether you’re new to charity bid writing or refining your approach, this article offers practical, honest advice from a funder who reads hundreds of applications a year.
Talking About Loss: Charity Receives £5,000 from the John Good Group
A charity dedicated to supporting those grieving across East Yorkshire, has been awarded a £5,000 grant from the John Good Group’s Grants for Good programme, after employees voted for their favourite causes to receive a grant. The funding will primarily support the expansion of their men’s mental health group, enabling it to offer twice-monthly sessions. This support ensures the charity can continue its important work, reaching new locations and providing more bereavement support Yorkshire-wide.
Minorfern Foundation closes first year with £40,000 granted to local charities
The Minorfern Foundation has wrapped up its first year of charitable giving with a total of £40,000 awarded to small charities across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire and Yorkshire. With the final two grants recently paid out, the Foundation has completed a successful inaugural round focused on grassroots organisations making a tangible difference in their communities.
Matthew Good Foundation Wins Best Corporate Foundation at the Third Sector Business Charity Awards!
We are thrilled to announce that the Matthew Good Foundation has won the Corporate Foundation Award at the prestigious Third Sector Business Charity Awards. This accolade is a remarkable achievement for both the John Good Group and the Matthew Good Foundation, which triumphed over some of the UK’s biggest corporate names.