Run for Hackney Giving in the 2026 Hackney Half!

Runners in the Hackney Half

By running for us, you can support a wide range of charities in Hackney and the City of London. Know that you’re making a real difference to people living in the areas that you’re running through!

Sarah’s top tips for funding applications

Top tips

Sarah’s top tips for funding applications. Sarah Watson, Hackney Giving’s Development and Programme Manager, shares her tips on what to do when applying for Hackney Giving funding.

Responding to the increased cost of living

Food being prepared for distribution, by a Hackney Giving funded project

Thanks to generous donations from businesses and individuals, Hackney Giving was able to make four grants this winter to help residents to deal with the increased cost of living.

Cost of living

Appeal for support, cost of living

The cost of living in the UK is continuing to increase, and with it, financial difficulties for many people.