Charity news

Nantwich man to swim from Finland to Sweden

Nantwich man to swim from Finland to Sweden

A Nantwich man is preparing to swim from Finland to Sweden to raise money for charity!

Sam Owens and his two friends Ben and Anthony are taking on the daring challenge in the Arctic circle waters at midnight in July.

May 9, 2023
Nantwich charity worker named among 500 Coronation Champions

Nantwich charity worker named among 500 Coronation Champions

A devoted Nantwich charity worker is among the 500 Coronation Champions to be honoured by the Royals.

Sheila Saner, chair of Nantwich & District Riding for the Disabled (RDA) Group, has been given one of the awards in recognition of her voluntary work.

May 5, 2023
Thieves swipe chandelier from Nantwich charity shop

Thieves swipe chandelier from Nantwich charity shop

Thieves have swiped a large crystal chandelier from a charity shop in Nantwich.

The incident happened at the Age UK shop on Swine Market yesterday afternoon (April 27).

April 28, 2023
Nantwich marathon runner raises thousands for charity

Nantwich marathon runner raises thousands for charity

By Jonathan White
Nantwich man Tim Bowker put his best foot forward to help raise almost £4,000 by completing the London Marathon.

Tim, aged 54, has raised the money for Bowel Cancer UK, the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity, after completing the gruelling 26-mile race last Sunday (April 23).

April 28, 2023
Volunteer is driving force for RSPCA in Nantwich for Big Help Out

Volunteer is driving force for RSPCA in Nantwich for Big Help Out

Volunteering with the RSPCA has offered a Nantwich man a chance to drive his passion for wildlife.

And now the animal charity is looking for more recruits as part of the King’s Big Help Out.

April 26, 2023
St Luke’s Hospice appeal for “The Big Help Out” volunteers

St Luke’s Hospice appeal for “The Big Help Out” volunteers

St Luke’s Hospice is appealing for people in Nantwich to try their hand at volunteering as part of events to celebrate His Majesty The King’s Coronation.

The Hospice is joining thousands of organisations and charities across the country in “The Big Help Out” – a national initiative to encourage people to give back to their local community by volunteering.

April 23, 2023
Crewe Alexandra collection to help earthquake survivors

Crewe Alexandra collection to help earthquake survivors

Supporters at the Crewe Alexandra match against Swindon Town will make a difference to the lives of survivors of February’s earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

A collection is to be held for Christian Aid at the game on April 29 to contribute to the Disasters Emergency Committee appeal for those still suffering in the aftermath.

April 22, 2023
Women in Workplace campaign earns award for Wistaston charity

Women in Workplace campaign earns award for Wistaston charity

A health and wellbeing charity in Wistaston is celebrating a prestigious award as it launches new initiatives to empower women and protect those at risk.

Motherwell Cheshire, which runs a Community Share Hub on Beech Drive, has received the High Sheriff of Cheshire award for Outstanding Community Engagement.

April 16, 2023
Adrian completes 500-mile canal run for Critical Care Unit

Adrian completes 500-mile canal run for Critical Care Unit

Adrian Wootton has completed an amazing 500-mile canal run for Mid Cheshire Hospitals critical care unit.

For the last three years, he has run 500 miles along UK’s canals without running over the same ground twice.

April 15, 2023
Nantwich choir raises money for Special Olympics World Games gymnasts

Nantwich choir raises money for Special Olympics World Games gymnasts

By Jonathan White
South Cheshire’s Thefunkychoir held a fundraising concert to help rhythmic gymnasts in their bid to attend the Special Olympics World Games.

The choir, a faith based group, mainly sing funky songs and like to sing three-part harmonies.

April 13, 2023
RSPCA in Nantwich seek new home for cats found under floorboards

RSPCA in Nantwich seek new home for cats found under floorboards

RSPCA officials in Nantwich are looking for a “five star home” for two inseparable cats found living under the floorboards of a house after their owner died.

Luke and Leia were rescued by the charity from a boarded up property in Lancashire in February 2021.

April 8, 2023
St Luke’s Hospice launches Hearts of Gold Spring Appeal

St Luke’s Hospice launches Hearts of Gold Spring Appeal

St Luke’s Hospice has launched its Hearts of Gold Spring Appeal to celebrate 35 years in the heart of the Cheshire community.

Supporters will receive a gold heart to display in their garden or home in return for a donation to fund one hour of specialist nursing care at the hospice.

April 7, 2023
Wistaston woman set to row Atlantic for three charities

Wistaston woman set to row Atlantic for three charities

A Wistaston woman has teamed up with two others to tackle the “Ocean Empower Atlantic Row 2023” in aid of charity.

Deborah Cope, 45, says she is taking on the challenge to raise funds.

April 5, 2023