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Scotland · RAiSE
RAiSE and Excelerate: Celebrating a decade of partnership and impact
We're sharing the final impact reports for two of our largest education programmes: RAiSE (Raising Aspirations in Science Education) and Excelerate.
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People
The Wood Foundation appoints Sarah Chew as UK Chief Executive Officer
Sarah said: “It is a privilege to take on the role of the UK CEO of The Wood Foundation. I have long been inspired by the impactful work of the organi…
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People
Colleagues' fundraising efforts amplified by match funding
By supporting our colleagues, we strive to make an even greater impact together. At The Wood Foundation, we are always inspired by our colleagues who…
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People
Garreth Wood, Chairman of The Wood Foundation, and wife Nicola named in the King’s Birthday Honours List
We are incredibly proud of our Chairman, Garreth Wood, and his wife Nicola who were both named in the King’s Birthday Honours List which marks the ext…
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Impact
The Wood Foundation’s commitment to empowering transformational change
We are very proud of our roots in Aberdeen and are pleased to confirm a £40 million investment in Opportunity North East (ONE) and Energy Transition Z…
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YPI
The Wood Foundation offers professional learning to help teachers maximise impact of YPI
The success of our Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) is made possible by the dedication of teachers who lead the programme in schools. The Wood…
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Excelerate
The Wood Foundation to host major UK conference in Scotland for the first time
Fifty education leaders from across the UK will travel to Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Angus from 18–20 June for a national conference exploring…
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YPI
Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) celebrates granting £8.5m to Scottish charities
Young people, teachers, charities, and keynote speakers were brough together for the YPI National Event to share inspirational stories and recognise…
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