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Martin Guy, a 54-year-old resident of Burgh St Peter, has been recognized for his exceptional volunteer work at Sense College Aldeby, a centre for disabled young people. Guy's story began when he rented a storage unit next to the college and noticed the need for repairs and improvements.
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The Shree Swaminarayan Mandir in Oldham has been at the heart of the town's social and spiritual life for the local Hindu population. As part of its community service, the temple has partnered with Dr Kershaw's Hospice to address the low use of hospice care among
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At the annual Bellway North East charity ball, which took place at the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead, approximately 360 guests including staff, sub-contractors, and business partners came together to raise over £68,800 for Cancer Research UK. This significant fundraising event marked another milestone in Bellway's long-standing partnership with
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Kenny Moore, a 57-year-old sales supervisor at East Anglia's Children's Hospices shop in Norwich, has landed a role in the Theatre Royal's production of Cinderella. Alongside Coronation Street's Georgia May Foote and other notable actors, Moore will play one of the wicked
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The Benjamin Foundation, a Norfolk-based charity, has successfully raised over £300,000 through its annual Sleep Out event over the past decade. The event invites members of the public to spend a night outdoors at Norwich Cathedral to raise awareness and funds for young people at risk of homelessness. The
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The Sue Ryder charity shop in Kings Heath High Street, hailed as 'the best in Birmingham', has reopened its doors after a devastating arson attack earlier this year. The shop, which was forced to shut for 19 weeks, lost an estimated £72,000 in income, equivalent to nearly
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Diana DoGood, a Burnley-based drag queen, and her friend Angelo Musso completed an extraordinary challenge to raise funds and awareness for Pendleside Hospice. The pair, joined by other friends, successfully climbed Pendle Hill, despite initial reservations about the difficulty of the ascent. Diana described the experience as "wild, wonderful,
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The charity event at Rudding Park in Harrogate, hosted by TV presenter Duncan Wood, brought together nearly 600 guests, including Ainsley Harriott, Emmerdale stars Jeff Hordley and Mark Charnock, and Claire Holdsworth, Chief Executive of Martin House Children's Hospice. The evening included a three-course dinner, fundraising games, and
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As the festive period approaches, the family-owned business, Sterling Home, is spreading joy and comfort to children's hospitals and hospices across Scotland with a donation of beautifully chosen items, including cushions, throws, garlands, table runners, and other seasonal pieces. This thoughtful gesture will be used to decorate and
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Despite the pressing need for volunteers, nearly half of charities (44%) report rising requests for help, while one in four (27%) say they are unable to meet demand. Without additional volunteers, vulnerable communities and causes could be left without the practical and emotional support they rely on. In response, a
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Dozens of internationally acclaimed artists are lending their creative talents to support the Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, with over 200 original artworks set to go under the hammer in a live charity auction. The event, taking place at McTear's Auctioneers in Glasgow on October 31, aims
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Jethro Offemaria's year-long running challenge has finally come to an end, with the completion of the Great South Run in aid of the National Autistic Society. Supported by friends, athletes, and coaches from various running clubs, including St Albans Striders, Jethro's determination has raised funds for
