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West Yorkshire Freemasons accompany Yorkshire Children's Charity kids on a bike ride through the local woods.
17th July 2026
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West Yorkshire Freemasons Grant £60,000 to Provide School Essentials for Vulnerable Leeds Children

Around 600 vulnerable children across Yorkshire will receive warm coats, shoes and other essential clothing to help them attend school, thanks to a £60,000 grant from the West Yorkshire Freemasons to Yorkshire Children’s Charity. The funding will support the charity’s Warm, Dry and Ready to Learn Winter Essentials campaign, which helps disadvantaged young children…
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Children’s Heart Surgery Fund in Leeds
29th November 2024
1 min read

Celebrate Christmas with the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund

This festive season, the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund in Leeds invites the community to spread joy and make a meaningful impact by supporting children with heart conditions. The organization has planned an array of holiday events and initiatives designed to bring smiles to little faces while raising crucial funds for life-saving treatments and family…
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The Lord Mayor’s Festive Ball Fundraiser 2024
22nd November 2024
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Lord Mayor of Leeds to Host Festive Fundraiser to Support Community Equality

The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung, is preparing to host a special festive fundraiser in support of the Leeds Community Foundation. Since aligning with Leeds Community Foundation in May, Councillor Katung has been actively working to enhance public understanding of the foundation’s crucial role. Leeds Community Foundation stands as a pivotal…
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Sue Ryder Wheatfields Christmas Fair
15th November 2024
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Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice’s Christmas Fair Promises Festive Fundraising Fun in Leeds

Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice’s Christmas Fair will bring Festive Fundraising Fun to Leeds next month. Visitors can look forward to a winter wonderland of stalls offering handmade crafts, Christmas decorations, and unique gifts, perfect for stocking fillers. Local artisans and businesses will be showcasing their products, giving attendees the chance to support local craftspeople…
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Shop manager Lara Whittaker at Headingly Oxfam shop in Leeds CREDIT OXFAM
8th November 2024
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Oxfam Seeks Volunteers in Leeds to Donate Time During Festive Shopping Surge

Oxfam’s charity shops across the UK are bustling hubs of activity where volunteers contribute their time and energy to help combat global poverty and injustice. These shops, which range from high street storefronts to larger superstores and specialized hubs, rely heavily on the dedication and enthusiasm of volunteers to operate effectively. Volunteers at Oxfam…
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Marston’s and The Royal British Legion
25th October 2024
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Marston’s and The Royal British Legion Encourage Yorkshire Patrons to Buy and Keep Poppy-Themed Glasses to Support Veterans

Acknowledging the British tradition of inadvertently taking pub glasses home, Marston’s and The Royal British Legion are turning it into a Charitable act. This year, 1,000 pubs across the UK, including 110 in Yorkshire, will offer drinks in special limited-edition poppy-themed glasses as part of the Poppy Appeal, encouraging patrons to legally take the…
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CHSF SuperHero
30th August 2024
2 mins read

Leeds Children’s Heart Surgery Fund Superhero Walk 2024: A Call to Heroes

Leeds is set to host the vibrant and inspiring Leeds Children’s Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF) Superhero Walk in 2024. This annual event invites families and supporters to don their superhero capes and join in a fun-filled day to support children undergoing heart surgeries and their families. The 2024 Superhero Walk is scheduled to take place…
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Oracle Car Finance raises funds for Martin House Children's Hospice
30th August 2024
4 mins read

Oracle Car Finance raises £50,000 for Martin House Children’s Hospice

Knaresborough-based Oracle Car Finance has committed to supporting Martin House Children’s Hospice in Wetherby for a third consecutive year. This past Bank Holiday Monday, Oracle led a fundraising event at the local Supercar Bank Holiday Meet hosted by The Motorist. As the UK’s leading financier of high-end vehicles, Oracle Car Finance has successfully raised…
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Emerge
16th August 2024
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Clarion Futures Grants £5,500 to Support Free Summer Activities for Children

Clarion Futures, the philanthropic arm of Clarion Housing Group, which manages thousands of homes throughout Yorkshire, has allocated £5,500 to fund two local initiatives providing complimentary summer activities for children and youth. Clarion Futures, the charitable arm of Clarion Housing Group, which oversees numerous homes across Yorkshire, has distributed £5,500 to two local initiatives…
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Yorkshire Children's Charity
12th July 2024
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Light a Star for Yorkshire Children’s Charity: Illuminating Hope and Support

The Yorkshire Children’s Charity has launched a heartfelt campaign called ‘Light a Star,’ aiming to bring hope and support to children across Yorkshire. This initiative encourages individuals and communities to come together, shining a light on the needs of children and their families while raising essential funds to support various programs and services. ‘Light…
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Jodie (l) and Hollie (r) are looking forward to Zipping the Cow in July.
28th June 2024
3 mins read

Sue Ryder Nurses Gear Up for ‘Zip the Cow’ Skydiving Event

Two courageous Sue Ryder Nurses are set to join a group of thrill-seekers for the ‘Zip the Cow’ event on July 21. Nestled in the heart of Leeds, Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice stands as a testament to the enduring power of compassionate care. Established to provide support and palliative care to those facing life-limiting…
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Disability equality charity Scope opened its first charity shop in Leeds City Centre.
31st May 2024
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Scope charity shop opened in Leeds City Centre

Disability equality charity Scope opened its first charity shop in Leeds City Centre. Declan Jenkinson, Captain of Leeds Rhinos LDSL team and Jenny Robinson, Leeds Rhinos Wheelchair Player, are both Learning Disability Ambassadors. With ex-Paralympian Ayaz Bhuta, they officially opened the shop to the public. Located at 15 Kirkgate, the shop has the charity’s…
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Yorkshire Children's Charity
24th May 2024
1 min read

The Yorkshire Polo 2024: A Premier Sporting and Social Event

The Yorkshire Polo 2024 is set to be a standout event in the British summer sporting calendar, taking place at the beautiful Allerton Country Park. The Yorkshire Polo 2024 will feature some of the finest players in the sport, competing in a series of high-stakes matches that highlight the skill, speed, and strategy of…
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Lord Mayor of Leeds - 'Just One Day'
22nd March 2024
1 min read

Show your love for Leeds and raise money with Just One Day

The annual ‘Just One Day’ event, part of the Lord Mayor of Leeds Charity Appeal, is set to make a return on Friday, May 17, urging the entire city to participate. In its seventh year, ‘Just One Day’ raises funds by encouraging individuals to dedicate a day or any amount of time they can…
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Aire Rivers Trust
15th March 2024
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Outfall Safari Spots River Aire Pollution

In 2023, seventy volunteers from Aire Rivers Trust set off to walk the Rivers Aire and Worth, looking for pollution. The charity has published the findings of its first Great Aire River Outfall Safari and hopes that it will drive action to improve water quality in the River Aire. The number of pipes found…
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St Gemma’s Hospice in Leeds
15th March 2024
1 min read

Donation for Leeds hospice as laboratory testing service rewards local causes

St Gemma’s Hospice in Leeds has been selected to receive a £500 donation, following the launch of a national charity campaign by DNA, drug, and alcohol testing laboratory, AlphaBiolabs. For every testing instruction the company receives from family law or social work professionals throughout 2024, AlphaBiolabs will be adding the customer into a monthly…
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