New Images of Murder Victim as Charity Seeks Funeral Funds
New pictures have emerged of Ali Alshmari, a 30-year-old Iraqi student fatally stabbed in Alum Rock. A charity is raising £4,000 for his Islamic funeral costs.
Category : Charity Work
Clan Cancer Support Seeks Volunteers in Aberdeen
Clan Cancer Support is urgently recruiting volunteers in Aberdeen to provide listening support for cancer patients and assist in its Rosemount and Ballater charity shops, with training provided.
Student Runs 50km Ultra Marathon for Parkinson's UK
Swansea University osteopathy student Cameron Hayward completes a gruelling 50km coastal ultra marathon, raising nearly £1,000 for Parkinson's UK Cymru in memory of his grandfather George who lived with the condition.
£300k Fund Opens for Youth Employability Charities
The Persimmon Charitable Foundation has launched its 2026 open application programme with a £300,000 funding pot for registered charities supporting young people's employability, particularly in deprived areas.
Golf Captain Raises £1,250 for Air Ambulance in Denbighshire
A 70-year-old volunteer and former Men's Golf Captain at Denbigh Golf Club has handed over a £1,250 cheque to Wales Air Ambulance after fundraising events during his tenure, highlighting community support for the lifesaving service.
Birmingham Monopoly to Add Local Charity to Board
The upcoming Birmingham edition of Monopoly will include a local charity on its Community Chest square. Nominations are open until March 11 for Brummie-linked charities to be featured.
Funeral Fund Appeal for Alum Rock Stabbing Victim Without Family
A Birmingham charity is urgently seeking donations to cover funeral costs for Ali Alshmari, 30, who was fatally stabbed in Alum Rock and had no family in the UK.
Staff Run 100km Relay for Cancer Research UK Charity
Access Self Storage employees from across the UK participated in a 100km relay race in London's Hyde Park, raising funds for Cancer Research UK during Self Storage Week 2026.
Bournemouth Dog Walk Aids Homeless and Assistance Dog Charities
Dog owners in Bournemouth are invited to join the Hope & Hounds sponsored walk on March 29, supporting local charities for homelessness and assistance dogs with a scenic seafront route.
Sheffield Teen Wins Regional Cadet of the Year Award
Callie Cunningham, a 16-year-old volunteer from Sheffield, has been named Regional Cadet of the Year for the North East by St John Ambulance after a tough national competition marking its 40th anniversary.
Lincoln Business Raises £10k for Local Charities
Witham Group's annual charity ball has successfully raised £10,000 for three local charities supporting rural communities, wildlife conservation, and rare medical conditions across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire.
Rossendale Rotary Backs GATAD2B Awareness Drive
Rossendale Rotary assisted GANDAID UK in raising awareness about the rare neurological disease GATAD2B at Rawtenstall Bus Station. The charity plans a June conference, and Rotary seeks new members to support community initiatives.
Teacher's Brain Tumor Journey Inspires Family Twilight Walk
Julie McCarthy from Motherwell organizes a family walk in Eaglesham to raise funds for The Brain Tumour Charity after her own diagnosis and surgery in 2024.
Man Walks for Hospice in Memory of Wife
Peter Jacques from Inkersall is preparing for the Sparkle Night Walk 2026 in Chesterfield, raising funds for Ashgate Hospice which cared for his late wife Sue at home.
Abseil Down Southend Hospital Tower for Charity
Thrill-seekers can abseil 154 feet down Southend Hospital's tower block on May 16 to raise funds for local hospitals. The event, now in its 11th year, has raised over £270,000 and is open to ages 14+.
Sunshine Fund Approves £36,000 for Disability Equipment
The Sunshine Fund has approved 25 applications totalling nearly £36,000 for specialist equipment for children with disabilities in the North East. The charity also announces upcoming fundraising events including a trek, 5k run, and Great North Run spaces.
Spring Clean Sustainably: Donate to Age UK Lincoln
Donate unwanted items to Age UK Lincoln's charity shop this spring. Your donations reduce landfill waste, save CO2, and fund vital services for lonely older people through the charity's Telephone Friendship Service and helplines.
Scottish Dancers Raise £600 for Cancer Charity
A local Scottish Country Dancing group in Aylestone has raised £600 for Hope Against Cancer through a fundraising dance and festive donations in lieu of Christmas cards.
Rhyl Fundraiser Surprised by Child's Daffodil Donation
John Williams, an 88-year-old veteran fundraiser from Rhyl Rotary Club, was collecting for Marie Curie when eight-year-old Ivy Wilkinson gave him a mini-daffodil plant, marking the charity's 40th Great Daffodil Appeal anniversary.
Hospice Volunteers Celebrate at Pub Gathering
Van drivers and shop assistants from East Cheshire Hospice enjoyed a night out at the Park Tavern, organized to thank volunteers and foster community among the charity's dedicated helpers.
Pub Chain's 'Early Bell' Rings for Prostate Cancer Awareness
Greene King partners with Macmillan Cancer Support for a six-night 'Early Bell' campaign during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, aiming to spark conversations and encourage early detection of prostate cancer, which affects one in six UK men.
Brummies Urged to Abseil 98ft for Domestic Abuse Charity
The Haven Wolverhampton calls for participants to abseil 98ft at Digbeth's Custard Factory on March 21, raising funds for women and children affected by abuse.
Southport RSPCA Branch Funded Entirely by Local Donations
The RSPCA Southport, Ormskirk and District Branch operates independently and depends entirely on local donations for its daily operations, veterinary care, and animal rehabilitation services.
Barry Bannan Event Raises £100k for Children's Hospital
An emotional evening with Barry Bannan and friends in Sheffield raised £100,000 for Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity's Bright Young Dreams campaign, celebrating community spirit.
Cancer Research UK Closes 88 Stores, 7 in West Midlands
Cancer Research UK is shutting 88 shops by May, citing rising costs and reduced footfall. Seven West Midlands locations, including Birmingham and Dudley, are affected as the charity shifts focus to high-performing branches.
Retirement Homes Raise £6,483 for Armed Forces Charity
A coordinated fundraising effort across multiple Sanctuary Supported Living retirement communities has raised £6,483 for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity. The donation was celebrated at a special event in Scarborough.
St Catherine's Club Panto Raises £3,600 for Hospice
The St Catherine's Club Didsbury pantomime 'Cinderella 2: The Sequel' raised £3,600 for Moya Cole Hospice, marking the group's 40th anniversary and bringing total charitable donations to approximately £200,000.
Voting Opens for 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards
The public can now vote for over 200 shortlisted charities in the 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards, competing for a £101,000 prize fund. Voters also have a chance to win donations for their favourite causes.
Bank Offers £175 and Refuge Support for Women's Day
The Co-operative Bank partners with Refuge to provide financial incentives for new customers while funding safe nights for domestic abuse survivors and their children.
Abseil Down Anglesey Column for Hope House Hospice
Join a sponsored abseil down the Marquess of Anglesey Column on May 9 to raise funds for Hope House Tŷ Gobaith children's hospices, supporting families with life-threatening conditions.
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