Leeds donor gives stranger a second chance at life
Matt Wilkinson, 24, from Leeds, donated his stem cells to a critically ill woman in the USA. He's now urging more young men to join the DKMS register, as only 7% of the UK population are signed up.
Category : Charity Work
Local fundraiser raises £700 for hospital chemo unit
Ceris Powell from Glanamman ran the Cardiff Half Marathon, raising £700 for Prince Philip Hospital's chemotherapy day unit. Her effort thanked staff for her uncle's care. Support local NHS charities.
Carlton Rotary raises £7,000 from Santa sleigh collections
The Rotary Club of Carlton's festive Santa sleigh collections raised almost £7,000 to support local projects, charities and families. Discover how the funds will help the community.
£7,000 raised for children's hospice art therapy sessions
Generous shoppers across East Anglia have raised over £7,000 for East Anglia's Children's Hospices' 'Help paint a smile' campaign, funding vital art therapy for children and families.
UK donor's stem cells save US man's life
Lucinda Ward from Sleaford donated stem cells via DKMS, saving Harvey Gorrin in the USA. Their emotional meeting shows how simple registration can have a profound impact. Join the register today.
Richard Winterton to Run London Marathon for Charity
Lichfield auctioneer Richard Winterton, 60, will tackle the 2026 London Marathon to raise funds for Parkinson's UK and We Love Lichfield. Discover his inspiring story and how to support him.
Rossendale Rotary Carol Concert Raises Funds for Food Banks
More than 300 people enjoyed a festive carol concert at St Mary's Church, Rawtenstall, raising vital funds for three local food banks. Discover how the community came together in song.
Charity's 2026 Events Diary: Golf, Treks & Runs
The Sunshine Fund unveils its 2026 calendar, featuring a Crazy Golf Day, Kielder Trek, and the iconic Sunshine Run. Book now to support local disabled children.
Scope closes 77 charity shops, 200 jobs at risk
Disability charity Scope announces closure of 77 high street shops, putting 200 staff roles and 2,000 volunteers at risk. See the full list of affected stores.
Santander: Brits More Inclined to Festive Kindness
A new Santander poll reveals over a third of Brits perform more random acts of kindness at Christmas, from charity donations to checking on neighbours. Discover the heartwarming data.
Charity Events Calendar 2026 for Moya Cole Hospice
Moya Cole Hospice announces its 2026 fundraising challenge calendar, featuring marathons, treks, and cycling events. Join to support vital palliative care across Greater Manchester.
Queen Camilla meets BBC's John Hunt after family loss
Queen Camilla praised the courage of BBC commentator John Hunt and his daughter Amy following the murders of his wife and two daughters. Read their emotional story and the legacy they are building.
Deafblind advocate Robert Nolan awarded OBE
Robert Nolan, Chair of Deafblind UK, receives an OBE for 26+ years of advocacy. Discover how his work supports 450,000 people with combined sight and hearing loss.
Book Your Manchester Christmas Tree Collection for Charity
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Just Helping for the 2026 Christmas tree recycling appeal across Greater Manchester. Register your tree for collection to raise vital funds. Bookings close January 5.
Hospice Bed Appeal Target Reached, New Walk Date Set
East Cheshire Hospice thanks its community for funding 16 new beds. The 2026 Starlight Walk date is announced after a year of successful fundraising events. Discover how you can get involved.
Aldi urges shoppers to clear out items for charity
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate warm clothing and unwanted Christmas gifts via in-store InPost lockers until January 6. Partnering with The Salvation Army, the initiative raises vital funds for those in need.
Pedal to Paris raises £100k for new hospice build
A team of 32 cyclists completed a 333km ride from Farnham to Paris, raising vital funds for Phyllis Tuckwell's new state-of-the-art hospice, set to open next spring.
Jo McIntyre receives British Empire Medal for TTPNetwork
Jo McIntyre, founder of TTPNetwork, receives a British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours for her 28-year mission supporting patients with the rare blood disorder Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura.
Girl's 100-Mile Dog Walk Raises £535 for Hospice
Inspired by eight-year-old Adeline and her Great Dane, Olive, St Margaret's Hospice launches a 'Walk 100 Miles with Your Dog' challenge for January 2026. Sign up to raise vital funds for free local hospice care.
Farnham Christmas market raises £9,501 for hospice
A festive market at St Thomas on the Bourne Church in Farnham has raised a magnificent £9,501.74 for the Phyllis Tuckwell hospice charity. The funds will support vital palliative care for local families.
Farnham Christmas Market raises over £9,5k for hospice
A festive market at St Thomas on the Bourne Church in Farnham has raised £9,501.74 for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care. The donation will fund vital palliative care for local families.
Folkestone Rotary's 50-Year Santa Sleigh Raises Funds
For 50 years, Folkestone Rotary Club's Santa sleigh tour has raised money for over 130 festive food parcels for local families in need. Discover how the community's generosity made 2025 special.
Gorilla statue on tree stump solves Wiltshire canal mystery
A giant gorilla statue named Gerald has appeared on a canal-side tree stump in Wiltshire. The mystery was a 60th birthday gift that raised over £250 for charity. Discover the heartwarming story.
Brummie Muslim Youth's Major Community Giveback
Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth in the West Midlands planted hundreds of trees, visited 19 care homes, and served 500 hot meals this festive season. Discover their inspiring community work.
Poole Charity Choir Seeks New Singers for 2026
A Poole community choir supporting Dorset Cancer Care Foundation invites new members for 2026. Free taster sessions offered. Join to sing, find joy, and help local families battling cancer.
Cardiff Rugby and City Stars Visit Tŷ Hafan Hospice
Players from Cardiff Rugby and Cardiff City FC spread festive magic at Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice in Sully, meeting families and drawing the Christmas raffle. Discover how the clubs support this vital charity.
Essex Freemasons' Festive Community Programme
Essex Freemasons delivered a county-wide programme of festive support, from care home concerts to parties for vulnerable children, showcasing their evolving community role. Discover how they're making a difference.
Survey reveals the UK's most unwanted Christmas gifts
A new survey reveals the most disappointing Christmas gifts Brits received in 2024, from used pyjamas to rotten fruit. Find out what people did with their unwanted presents.
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.
Police staff donate Christmas toys to hard-working dogs
West Midlands Police staff and Arcus FM have donated toys and treats to the force's dog unit this Christmas. Inspector Rachel Crump thanks donors for rewarding the dogs who work over the festive period.
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