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In a remarkable display of community spirit, Wirral Mencap has successfully concluded its Big 5K Drive, raising a whopping £8,322 to support adults with learning disabilities. The charity set out to raise £5,000, but the generosity of its supporters more than doubled that target. The funds raised will
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Susan Burnett, a Chepstow woman, is gearing up for a courageous 56-mile bike ride to raise funds for Breast Cancer Now, a UK-based charity dedicated to breast cancer research and support. Burnett's motivation stems from her personal experience with breast cancer and her desire to honor her grandmother
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The Epping Forest Community Lottery, set up by Epping Forest District Council, offers a unique opportunity for residents to support local charities and have a chance to win impressive prizes. By purchasing a £1 ticket, individuals can enter the monthly "Super Draw" and win weekly cash prizes of
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The Brighton & Hove Hotel Association (BHHA) has launched a Crowdfunder campaign to support young people experiencing homelessness, partnering with The Clock Tower Sanctuary (CTS) as its charity of the year for 2025. The initiative aims to raise money for the charity, which supports 16 to 25-year-olds with nowhere to
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The Leeds Congenital Heart Unit has received a generous donation from the Morrisons Foundation to purchase a state-of-the-art sensory trolley designed to provide a calming and relaxing environment for young patients, including those with additional needs, and their parents and carers. The trolley, known as the 'Rhino Sensory Voyager
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A Shetland-based council leader, Neil Beattie, will embark on a remarkable 1200-mile cycle from Lerwick to Selkirk and back, raising money for the Samaritans charity along the way. The charity's mission to reduce deaths by suicide in Scotland resonates deeply with Neil, whose mother dedicated years as a
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The "Booths Pennies Scheme" at Carnforth store has successfully raised a significant amount for patient care, with over £12,453.75 collected in just a short period. This remarkable effort is a testament to the local community's generosity and the store's commitment to supporting
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Volunteers are the backbone of the Haven House Children's Hospice in Woodford Green, and the charity is renewing its appeal for people to join the cause. The hospice relies heavily on its 300 volunteers, who have logged over 7,000 hours in the past 12 months, to help
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A team of dedicated cyclists has completed the London to Paris Charity Bike Ride, raising £16,000 for Brainwave, a children's charity that supports children with disabilities and additional needs. The riders faced a tough four-day challenge, covering over 300 kilometers, and demonstrated exceptional endurance and community spirit.
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The Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund (SCIAF) is calling on Barrhead football teams to join the SCIAF Shield, a five-a-side charity tournament aimed at raising funds to support the charity's work in some of the world's most challenging environments. The tournament is set to take place
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The Royal Anglian Ride, a five-day cycling event, is set to start on Monday, with cyclists embarking on a 550-mile journey around the Royal Anglian Regiment's recruitment catchment areas. The event aims to raise funds for the Royal Anglian Regiment Charity, which supports serving soldiers and veterans in
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Aldi, the UK's low-cost grocer, has taken a remarkable step in its ongoing support for Teenage Cancer Trust, a charity that advocates for young people with cancer. The company has partnered with the charity and has now introduced a new green sticker on its popular Cuthbert the Caterpillar
