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Cheshire charity chief from Nantwich set for Arctic challenge

Cheshire charity chief from Nantwich set for Arctic challenge

A charity boss from Nantwich is to undertake an Arctic Frontier Challenge to raise funds for families affected by childhood cancers.

Richard Driffield, CEO of The Joshua Tree charity, will set out on January 15 for a three-day journey spanning 40 miles inside the Arctic Circle.

December 28, 2024
Nantwich girl chops off hair to raise money for cancer charity

Nantwich girl chops off hair to raise money for cancer charity

A young Nantwich girl had her long locks chopped off to raise money for a cancer charity.

Big-hearted Aria Ruiz, a pupil at Highfields Primary, wanted to do something in aid of The Little Princess Trust.

December 22, 2024
Mornflake backs South Cheshire domestic abuse charity appeal

Mornflake backs South Cheshire domestic abuse charity appeal

A South Cheshire charity supporting individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse has received a cash boost as it braces for a seasonal surge in cases.

MyCWA, known as Cheshire Without Abuse, has launched a Christmas appeal which it hopes will raise money to support adult and child victims.

November 27, 2024
Open day to mark Macmillan Cancer Unit £80k upgrade

Open day to mark Macmillan Cancer Unit £80k upgrade

The Macmillan Cancer Unit team at Leighton Hospital is to stage an Open Day to mark the site’s £80,000 refurbishment.

There will be live entertainment, refreshments, the chance to chat to staff, and a raffle at the event on November 16 from 10am to 2pm.

November 2, 2024
Motherwell Cheshire reports record demand for services in 2024

Motherwell Cheshire reports record demand for services in 2024

Motherwell Cheshire supported more than 5,000 people in 2024, a record high for the Wistaston charity, its annual meeting heard.

Women and girls of all ages have turned to the charity for support with poor mental health, anxiety, depression, managing menopause, mothering challenges or grief following baby loss.

October 31, 2024
South Cheshire charity hailed for helping breast cancer sufferers

South Cheshire charity hailed for helping breast cancer sufferers

A South Cheshire charity founded in memory of a young woman who died of triple negative breast cancer has won a major award for its impact.

The Shine Bright Foundation, created in loving memory of the inspirational Sarah Bennett from Crewe, won the coveted ‘Charity Impact Award’ sponsored by ‘Phenomenal Women’ at the Butterfly Breast Cancer Awards 2024.

October 8, 2024
Nantwich Young Farmers Club stage annual charity show

Nantwich Young Farmers Club stage annual charity show

Nantwich Young Farmers Club are about to stage their annual fundraising show at Acton Village Hall this month.

The first performance of their panto “Beauty and the Beast” is tonight from 7.30pm and is just £5 entry.

January 10, 2024
Four Crewe and Nantwich businesses stage charity event

Four Crewe and Nantwich businesses stage charity event

Four South Cheshire businesses have teamed up for an event to support charities, elevate their fundraising and communicate with confidence.

The event, organised by JG Creative and Right At Home South & Mid Cheshire, will be held at Crewe Hall.

September 21, 2023
Barnstorming event in Nantwich raises hundreds of pounds

Barnstorming event in Nantwich raises hundreds of pounds

By Jonathan White
A ‘Bag a Bargain in the Barn’ at Henhull Hall Farm on Welshmans Lane in Nantwich has helped raise hundreds of pounds for charity.

The event was hosted and organised by Philip and Joyce Percival with the help and support from their family, friends and local charities.

September 17, 2023
New skate park opens on Barony Park in Nantwich

New skate park opens on Barony Park in Nantwich

The new skate park has opened at Barony Park in Nantwich after a campaign lasting several years.

And it took funds from a charity based in Norfolk to help fund the project.

September 4, 2023
FEATURE: Charity initiatives around the world

FEATURE: Charity initiatives around the world

People love giving back to the community. And what better way to do so than by combining charity with fun?

Most charitable organizations have realized that proceeds are much higher if attendees can get a kick out of the events.

June 19, 2023
Wistaston marathon man raises thousands for cancer charity

Wistaston marathon man raises thousands for cancer charity

A Wistaston man has raised more than £6,200 for Macmillan Cancer after completing the London Marathon.

Rob Keithley, aged 58, completed the gruelling course in five hours and 40 minutes on Sunday (April 23).

April 26, 2023
Lottery boost for Cheshire project supporting mums and children at risk

Lottery boost for Cheshire project supporting mums and children at risk

A specialist South Cheshire service supporting mums with children at risk of being removed from their care has won backing from The National Lottery Community Fund.

The Believe Project, run by Crewe charity Motherwell Cheshire, has been awarded £282,401 to continue its vital work in the community after funding dried up during the pandemic.

February 16, 2023