WW2 Veteran Doug Baldwin Dies at Age 100
Tributes are paid to Doug Baldwin, a Normandy veteran and former POW who has died aged 100. We remember his courage and remarkable life story. Read more.
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Army veteran turns life around with Solihull HMO support
Former soldier Dan Vaughan, who struggled after leaving the army, is rebuilding his life thanks to a veteran-specific HMO scheme in Solihull. Discover how the project offers housing and support.
Ex-1D Security Guard Fundraising to Save Leg
Preston Mahon, former security for One Direction and Leona Lewis, may lose his leg without a £30,000 private operation. NHS will not intervene until it's life-threatening.
Derby students raise £2k+ for charity at festive market
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
Staff swim mile for Carers in Hertfordshire charity
Two Carers in Hertfordshire staff members completed a sponsored swimathon, raising over £1,000 to support unpaid carers. The event was held at John Warner Sports Centre in Hoddesdon.
Birmingham pub hosts Jamaica hurricane fundraiser
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
SSAFA's Christmas Hampers Bring Cheer to Veterans
SSAFA volunteers have delivered 40 Christmas hampers to veterans in South East Wales, a scheme now in its third year. The initiative provides vital festive support to the Armed Forces community.
Wrexham cycling charity raises thousands at festive bazaar
Cycling 4 All raised £2,840 at a Christmas bazaar to fund its inclusive Pedal Power service. The charity provides cycling for all abilities at Alyn Waters Country Park.
Military Veterans Enjoy Special Dakota Flight at North Weald
A group of British military veterans enjoyed a memorable flight in a historic Douglas Dakota, organised by the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans and Aero Legends. Discover how this special day was created.
Pupil's £13k electric wheelchair dream realised
A Mansfield teacher's fundraising campaign, boosted by Jason Manford, has raised over £13,000 for a pupil's electric wheelchair, transforming his school independence. Read the heartwarming story.
Herts RAF Veteran Calls for Christmas Messages to Veterans
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
Kathryn's 900°F Firewalk Raises Funds for Hospice
Kathryn Reynolds bravely walked barefoot over 900°F coals to honour her father and raise £600 for Hospiscare. The event raised over £20,000 for local end-of-life care.
Cardiff's Advent Windows Raise £700+ for Foodbank
Residents on Canada Road in Cardiff have raised over £700 for Cardiff Foodbank by turning their street into a walk-through Advent calendar. Discover how the community came together for this festive fundraiser.
RAF Member's 500-Mile Winter Trek for Forces Charity
RAF Regiment's Howard Kniveton from Rotherham will hike 500 miles in 20 days, wild camping in winter, to raise £5,000 for SSAFA, supporting veterans like Nick.
Brecon's Illuminated Tractor Run Raises Funds for Air Ambulance
Pontfaen Young Farmers' annual illuminated tractor and 4x4 run lights up Brecon on Dec 23, raising funds for Wales Air Ambulance, The Brain Tumour Charity & local hospitals. Join the festive spectacle!
WW2 veteran, 102, takes to the skies in Cambridge glider
Robbie Hall, a 102-year-old Bomber Command veteran, fulfilled a lifelong dream with a glider flight over Cambridge, organised by the Taxi Charity. Read her inspiring story.
Dover's Pink Glitter Ball raises £12k for Breast Cancer Now
The Pink Glitter Ball fundraiser in Dover, organised by Kerry Banks BEM and Jo Allen, returned spectacularly, raising over £12,200 for Breast Cancer Now. Discover the highlights and future date.
Boy, 8, raises £2k for brain tumour research in Santa run
Varden Callaghan, 8, from Bromley, completed the Santa in the City 5km run with his family after beating a brain tumour. They raised over £2,000 for Brain Tumour Research's vital Christmas appeal.
Baby Wilfred dies after fighting rare Hirschsprung's disease
A Dudley family is grieving for baby Wilfred Wormington, who died unexpectedly aged eight months after battling a rare bowel condition. A fundraiser aims to support his funeral and his siblings' Christmas.
Six Centenarian Veterans Celebrated at Broughton House
George Evans marks his 100th birthday, joining five other centenarian veterans at Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford. Discover their incredible stories of service and longevity.
Ed Sheeran's personal items auctioned for children's hospice
Ed Sheeran donates personal items like trainers and mugs for an eBay auction raising vital funds for East Anglia's Children's Hospices. The 7-day sale starts December 7.
Family's tribute to 'loving' Katie Fox stabbed in Birmingham
The family of Katie Fox, 34, say their lives are 'turned upside down' after she was fatally stabbed while Christmas shopping in Birmingham city centre. A fundraiser has been launched.
Wrexham carer's festive elf run for Alzheimer's and cancer charities
Mary Prytherch, a 55-year-old carer from Wrexham, is tackling her first-ever 5k race in a full elf costume. The festive fun run on December 7 raises funds for Alzheimer's Society and Children with Cancer UK.
Family's 15-Year Tree Collection for East Cheshire Hospice
The Lane family's 15-year tradition of collecting Christmas trees for East Cheshire Hospice continues on January 10-11, raising vital funds. Learn how to register your tree or donate.
Cancer Research UK Christmas Carol Concert in Glasgow
STV's Laura Boyd and mum Megan Campbell launch Glasgow Cathedral carol concert for Cancer Research UK. Tickets on sale for festive fundraiser on December 4.
Stockport Pyramid gala raises £25k for Stepping Hill Hospital
A lavish charity dinner at Stockport's Royal Nawaab Pyramid raised over £25,000 for Stepping Hill Hospital's NHS charity. The funds will support neonatal care and hospital gardens.
Dance Students Raise £1,364 for Children in Need
Dance students from Rooftop Studios in Stone and Leek have raised an impressive £1,364 for BBC Children in Need through a vibrant two-week fundraiser featuring a Tapathon and a visit from Pudsey Bear.
Birmingham family homeless after devastating house fire
A Birmingham family has lost everything in a devastating house fire just weeks before Christmas. A fundraiser is now underway to help them get back on their feet. Click to read their story and see how you can help.
RAF Valley's 80-mile charity march for veterans
RAF Valley servicemen complete 80-mile fundraising trek through storms to Broughton House Veteran Care Village, raising £1,500+ for veterans during Remembrance Week.
Hospice's £80k Christmas Fundraiser for Home Care
Queenscourt Hospice launches a Christmas campaign to raise £80,000 for its 'at Home' service. All donations from Dec 2-9 will be doubled, helping more patients receive end-of-life care at home.
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