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Children’s cancer charity Candlelighters appoint cancer survivor Rohan Randhawa as Trustee.

Yorkshire-based Children’s cancer charity Candlelighters have appointed cancer survivor Rohan Randhawa as Trustee. In June 2004, Rohan Randhawa was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin’s lymphoma at just eight years old.…

Patients in Children’s Hospital Receive Tasty Easter Treats from Buchanan Galleries

Buchanan Galleries, together with Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity, has donated 500 chocolate Easter Eggs for children in hospital to enjoy. The shopping centre has supported Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity for…

Organisers reminded to prioritise participant safety at community events in 2024

Hosting community events, like the various festivals, duck races and charity walks that take place across Scotland, can be fantastic ways for charities, not-for-profits, and local organisations to boost fundraising…

BENEFACT GROUP’S MOVEMENT FOR GOOD AWARDS IS BACK

Benefact Group will give another £1million to charities during campaign Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards is back. Now in its sixth year, the awards are giving charities across the…

New Guidance Based on the Scottish Government’s Health and Social Care Standards

Vegetarian for Life (VfL) and the Care Inspectorate have collaborated to produce new guidance on good care for vegans and vegetarians. The self-evaluation tool and guidance are based on the…

Children’s cancer charity Candlelighters offers discounted prices for Yorkshire’s biggest challenge events.

Candlelighters, a Yorkshire charity supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer, is holding an early bird sale until 31st March for a range of challenge events taking place this…

Reunited: My son’s cancer nurse also treated my sister, as a child.

“My sister had leukaemia 19 years ago. Seeing the same nurse, when my son was diagnosed with cancer, brought all those memories flooding back.” In 2005, when Georgia Lewis was…

Specialist insurer launches winter weather risks guide for charitable organisations

Ansvar, an expert insurance provider for the charity, faith, and not-for-profit sectors, is taking proactive steps to support organisations facing the ongoing challenges of severe winter weather. With adverse conditions…

Buchanan Galleries supports Bluevale Community Club with Funding for Communities in Glasgow

Bluevale Community Club has been awarded £1,000 by Buchanan Galleries via its Landsec Futures Community Grants programme The grant will help fund activities and events for disadvantaged groups in the…

629 new charities launch in Scotland – insurance specialist advises long-term planning for success

In 2023, 629 charities were established across Scotland, an increase of 25 compared to the previous 12 months*, signifying a growing trend for people keen to make a meaningful difference…

Digital agency Ascensor stamp their business timeline with a year of arduous fundraising

Leeds digital agency Ascensor are celebrating 15 years in business following a series of arduous fundraising activities, raising more than £12,500 for six charities. Their efforts have included walking the…

Buchanan Galleries Launches Campaign to Spread Goodwill this Christmas

Buchanan Galleries Launches Campaign to Spread Goodwill this Christmas • Buchanan Galleries has launched charity partnerships with Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity, Social Bite, and No.1 Befriending Agency to help spread…

Scotland charities encouraged to safeguard donations and resources during fraud awareness week

With Charity Fraud Awareness Week taking place between 27th November and 1st December, Ansvar, a leading specialist insurer for the charity, not-for-profit and faith sectors, is raising awareness about how…

Yorkshire based goat’s milk producer raises tens of thousands for modern slavery charity

A Yorkshire based goat’s milk producer has completed an on-pack donation initiative in support of UK charity, Hope for Justice – which works to end modern slavery across the UK.…

What is Children in Need?

What is Children in Need? Children in Need is a well-known charity event in the United Kingdom, organized by the BBC. It aims to raise funds to support disadvantaged children…

Who Does Children in Need Help?

Who Does Children in Need Help? Children in Need is a well-known charity organization in the United Kingdom that aims to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people…

Who Do Children in Need Help?

Children in Need: Who Do They Help? Every year, Children in Need is a charity event that captivates the hearts of millions of people around the world. This organization aims…

Breast Cancer Awareness 2023

Breast Cancer Awareness 2023 Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer affecting women worldwide. It is essential to raise awareness about this disease, its symptoms, diagnosis,…

Not-for-profit insurer releases preparedness guide amidst rising weather risks

Storm Agnes and Storm Babet – the first and second named storms of the season – happening within a matter of weeks of each other serves as a stark reminder…

Urgent call to secure Scotland’s village halls

In an era marked by evolving community dynamics and changing societal needs, village and community halls across Scotland’s have developed into central hubs for an ever-growing variety of activities. In…

Animals (Low-Welfare Activities Abroad) Bill Passed Second Reading at the House of Lords 

This Bill is amongst the most important animal-related bills ever in the UK, protecting millions of endangered animals worldwide and has now passed its Second Reading in the House of…

YORKSHIRE CHARITY EARNS EUROPEAN RECOGNITION

Paces, a charity based in Yorkshire supporting children and young adults with motor disorders is hoping the sky’s the limit after scooping a European award for its new hi-tech website.…

Call Me Sunday Advertising helps Aphasia Support charity with free training.

Yorkshire based agency, Call Me Sunday Advertising has provided free training in social media advertising to support local charity, Aphasia Support. The charity supports those with language difficulties which often…

SCOTTISH-BASED GERMAN DONER KEBAB PARTNERS WITH AWARD SHOW HONOURING UK YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT

German Doner Kebab (GDK) is partnering with the British Youth International College (BYITC) Inspire awards to honour young Brits who have exceeded beyond expectations. The BYITC Inspire awards 2023 are…

New College Lanarkshire’s ‘The Braw Wee Shop’ raised over £2500 that’s helping to fund their free breakfast campaign.

The college’s shop offers a complete retail experience stocked with items by students in the college’s Supported Learning department and operated by students from the Ready for Retail group to…