MINISTERS have endorsed the development of what would become Jersey’s first philanthropy policy – a move aimed at strengthening the Island’s culture of giving.
The development of the new policy is being led by the Jersey Community Foundation and will aim to set out a framework for how Islanders, the government, businesses and charities can collaborate to further support causes across the community.
The step comes as other countries have recently introduced similar State policies, such as Ireland which recently launched its National Policy on Philanthropy (2023–2028). The UK is developing a similar national strategy to foster greater and consistent generosity in society.
Work on Jersey’s ‘Philanthropy Policy’ will begin early next year, the JCF has confirmed, with conversations currently taking place across Jersey’s charitable and voluntary sectors about how a framework could be shaped.
Assistant Chief Minister Malcolm Ferey said that by developing such a policy, the Island can make a “lasting impact”.
“Jersey has always been a generous island, people here care deeply about their community,” Deputy Ferey said.
“By developing a philanthropy policy, we can build on that generosity, making sure that charitable giving is well supported, coordinated, and has lasting impact.”
Anna Terry, chief executive of the Jersey Community Foundation, added that “there’s a huge appetite to give back” in the island on an individual and company level.
“Until now there hasn’t been a joined-up approach [to giving],” she said.
“Ultimately, the policy aims to grow a culture of generosity and collaboration to tackle key challenges and build a stronger, fairer Island for everyone.”
For more information on the development of the policy, visit jerseycommunityfoundation.org
