"Many of the successful applicants work with other groups to enhance the chances of successful outcomes for the communities they serve," Ms Mulcahy said.
Among those was Wharariki Trust, who are planning to develop the gardens at Kimi Ora Community School.
Chief executive, Ana Apatu said they were looking forward to putting the money back into the Flaxmere community.
Formerly known as the U-turn Trust, it was planning to develop the gardens at Kimi Ora Community School, and were focused on a "garden to plate" philosophy.
"It is a all about giving kids the best start in life and it is really important to have healthy food. We want to promote well-being and provide a learning environment. We also want to reach the wider school community through the children."
"I just want to thank the Hawke's Bay foundation for their amazing support," Ms Apatu said.
This year saw the Hawke's Bay Foundation increase the amount of money granted and the number of organisations receiving assistance compared to last year.
"The Foundation operates on an endowment model which means the capital of any donation received by the Foundation is preserved and invested for the long term, with only the earnings generated in the invested funds being used for grants.
Trustee of the Hawke's Bay Foundation, Sam Howard said "the aim of the Foundation is to put the 'community' back into the community and in turn create a thriving region."
"It is a wonderful place we live in, but it is right at the low end of the socio-economic graph. It is tough and a big chunk of people in the community struggles.
"Last night was really special as it recognised diverse charities in Hawke's Bay. They work very hard and slog it out. Celebrating them is important and also having the donors next to the charities."
Another Hawke's Bay Foundation grant recipient was Zeal, a not-for-profit youth organisation dedicated to helping young kiwis discover, express and develop their unique creativity.
Zeal works with local councils to ensure youth are considered in policy and provide vibrant, positive, connections for young people.
Mark Wilson from Zeal said "It's great to have a funding source like Hawke's Bay Foundation supporting community initiatives."
"Zeal is focused on providing a voice for our young people and this grant will enable us to run the 'Design Box', a refurbished shipping container that offers a pathway to employment in graphic design, web design and photography for young people in Hawke's Bay.
"Workshops will run over 10 weeks, three times per year in the Box and are pitched to junior high school aged youth. When workshops aren't running it will operate as a drop in centre for young people to do their homework and design students to develop their skill. The course will train up to 45 young people with many more interacting with the Box on a casual basis."
Donations to the Hawke's Bay Foundation can be made by individuals, families, businesses or trusts.
Donors can be very specific as to what group or area is to receive their funds or they can rely on the Foundation Trustees to administer the donation.
Contributions to the Hawke's Bay Foundation can be made during an individual's lifetime, or through an individual's will, as a lasting legacy.
The Hawke's Bay Foundation was set up in 2012 and is a registered Charitable Trust which receives donations and bequests on behalf of the Hawke's Bay community and then safeguards those funds and grows them for the long term.
"Given the infancy of the Foundation we are delighted with its growth, however, the increased number of applications this year highlights the need for more donations to the Foundation endowment fund. We are always actively seeking support from those interested in making a difference in our community and encourage people that 'live here, to give here'," said Ms Mulcahy.
