FOUNDATION STORY
The Noel Sweeney Foundation was established to continue the legacy and philanthropy of Noel Sweeney. Noel was a man who embodied philanthropy and the power of giving back to the communities where he lived and chaired the Tara Group.
He died in 2020 and the Foundation was created to honour him and continue the generosity of spirit that characterised his life. The Noel Sweeney Foundation was set up to support local communities in the Midlands. It seeks to continue his legacy of generosity of spirit. It is governed by a Board of Trustees.
Foundation Origins
Noel Sweeney founded Chasetown Civil Engineering in 1974 and created a business with people and family at its heart. Noel expanded the business further, launching Cameron Homes and in recent years, Keon Homes. Together with Chasetown Civil Engineering, they are part of Tara Group. This award winning construction group remains in the ownership of the Sweeney Family employing over 250 people and working with over 400 contractors.
As the company flourished and evolved, Noel’s values have remained at the core of what we believe. Throughout his life, Noel always saw the best in people and gave them the chance to thrive and succeed. He was passionate about creating a better environment, better opportunities and leading the way towards more sustainable communities.
Noel's Legacy
When Noel died in 2020, it was obvious to all within his family and business that his unwavering commitment to helping others should carry on.
The Noel Sweeney Foundation was set up to seek out ways to support local communities, charities and projects where we can make a difference. Our support includes involvement of our people, a great team of experienced and passionate people across our Group willing to lend a hand, get involved and provide first-hand skills, knowledge, and experience.
Foundation Projects
Since its inception, the Noel Sweeney Foundation has donated £649,000, providing significant support to various community projects and charitable causes. The foundation's efforts have directly benefited over 3,000 people, with £43,000 in match funding offered to employees to further boost fundraising efforts. Laura Byrne, a consultant with Sense, expressed gratitude to the foundation for its limitless support during the pandemic, allowing practitioners to prioritise creativity and inspiration over financial concerns.
In addition to funding, the foundation has supported local initiatives such as the Chasetown Christmas Lights and Spark, a grassroots project improving opportunities for families. Employees have also been actively involved in fundraising challenges, raising substantial sums for causes like Sense, St Basil’s, and the Stroke Association through events like the London-Essex 100, the Three Peaks Challenge, and marathons. These collective efforts have made a significant impact on local communities and charitable organisations.
