Local Trust

Local Trust is a place-based funder supporting community-led development and neighbourhood change across England.

Since 2012 we have championed the belief that more power, resources and decision-making should sit in the hands of local communities, enabling people to shape and improve the places where they live.

Through the Big Local programme, we supported communities across England to lead change on their own terms, backed by long-term, flexible funding and resident-led decision-making. Alongside this work, we produced research, insight and storytelling to influence policy, practice and the wider funding landscape.

With our work due to conclude in early 2027, a key focus is ensuring the legacy and learning from Big Local continues to inform future approaches to community-led change.

To explore the stories, research and lessons from the programme, visit Learning from Big Local.