John G Hogg Community Fund £5000 pledged to help our local communities

The Community Fund is now closed for applications until 2026 – thank you for your interest, and stay tuned for further updates!

The John G Hogg Community Fund aims to provide financial support for community-based projects which improve the quality of life of residents and benefit people who live within three miles of an area in which John G Hogg Funeral Directors operates. Businesses, individuals and ‘for profit’ organisations are not eligible.

These projects must align with one or more of the fund categories; Health, Education, Employment Opportunities, Poverty/Social Deprivation.

Meet the Panel

  • John G Hogg

    Business Principal, John G Hogg Funeral Directors

  • Claire Ward

    Senior Funeral Director, John G Hogg Funeral Directors

  • Rev Canon Katherine Bagnall

  • Martin Morrell

    Area Development Manager of Funeral Partners Tyne & Wear

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After my mam lost her partner we contacted John Hogg at the faringdon funeral home to arrange a cremation only funeral which sturt goldsmith was more than happy to talk us through the hole procedure and that up to 10 people could be at the…

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Thank you to John Hogg and his team. You treat our mother/mother in law with such care, compassion and dignity. Your professionalism is second to none. Bless you all.…

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I would highly recommend John Hogg Funeral Directors. They were very professional and responsive to any questions. Claire handled a very difficult situation with care and compassion.

Claire Livingstone

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A loved one passing is always going to be an emotional and difficult situation. The staff at John Hogg, were respectful, courteous and did everything they could to make sure that all arrangements were as smooth as possible. Thank you especially to Claire for her…

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Deborah Coates

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We cannot thank Claire and her team enough for the care , compassion and professionalism they have showed while looking after my dad (Steven butler ) during such a difficult and emotional time they went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled with dignity…

valerie butler

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As always John and the team are professional in every way leaving nothing to chance. I always recommend John to family and friends.…

Andy Barker (Humanist Celebrant)

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Our Funeral Director was Claire Ward. At all stages of the process she was very compassionate, understanding and professional. She was available to discuss any concerns and kept us regularly updated. The day of the funeral went very smoothly.

Ian Hill

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The funeral was Lovely Thankyou

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