Xaar donates over £100K for BREAK and extends partnership for another year
Xaar, leading inkjet technology specialist, has surpassed £100,000 of donations to date for its charity partner, Break. This milestone achievement highlights the dedication of Xaar Group employees, who have collectively raised £50,000 through various fundraising activities, with the company match-funding their efforts.
One Year On: The Impact of the Carer’s Leave Act 2023
This month marks the first anniversary of the Carer’s Leave Act 2023 coming into effect – a landmark piece of legislation that has transformed the lives of countless unpaid carers across the UK.
Have you heard the latest about Carer’s Allowance?
From April 2025, working carers will be able to earn £196 per week without losing their Carer’s Allowance eligibility, marking a 30% increase from the previous limit of £151.
Recognising the signs of abuse
Being an unpaid carer for a family member or friend with a disability or long-term illness can come with hidden challenges that often aren’t talked about.
Cambridge law firm Stone King welcomes public benefit consultant Sandra Hamilton
Stone King is delighted to announce that Sandra Hamilton has joined the firm to support UK local authorities in developing new ways of working, bringing her extensive experience from working with public buyer’s associations, municipal governments, and community benefit networks across Canada.
Midlife360 CIC launches return to work toolkit
Midlife360 CIC writes...We are delighted to launch the Midlife360 CIC Return to Work toolkit. Supported by Places for People, this toolkit is available across Huntingdonshire with a digital version coming soon.
Star Shine Night Walk is back for 2025! Join Arthur Rank Hospice Charity in Supporting Hospice Care
Join Arthur Rank Hospice Charity for Star Shine Night Walk in Cambridge or Wisbech in 2025
A new approach to tackle children's mental health
How long should a child have to wait for mental health support? Acteon, Cambridge BPI and the University of Cambridge to provide 11-18 year olds with supportive, scientifically backed resources while they wait.
Council unveils new initiative to empower organisations to give back to the community
Cambridge City Council has unveiled a new initiative to empower organisations to give back to the community through charities and social enterprises.
Official launch of this year's exciting 2025 Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival
Every year, Fen Ditton plays host to one of the most fun-filled, family-friendly events in the Cambridge calendar - the Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival. This year's event celebrates its 19th year - and marks the 30th birthday year of its host, Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust. With a bigger fundraising target than ever before - with all proceeds going towards the build of the Cambridge Cancer…
Inspiring mum-of-three who broke her neck in freak accident at event in memory of her husband to run London Marathon for Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust
Keen runner and mother-of-three Liza Putwain broke her neck in a freak accident in an event she was taking part in, in memory of her husband Ian who had died unexpectedly eight months earlier. Liza spent a month recovering in Addenbrooke's Hospital where she was cared for until her release. Since then, Liza has worked hard to get herself well enough to run the Cambridge Half Marathon earlier this…
Turn your shopping at Co-op into support for The Red Hen Project
Did you know that if you ever shop in a Co-op you can become a Member, which means you can help The Red Hen Project whenever you shop? As a Co-op Member, you have the power to make a difference through the Co-op Community Fund, an initiative designed to give back to vital causes that support people in need.
Generous bus drivers revved into action to show their support for EACH
“One of our core values is that we support our communities, so we’re very proud of our partnership with EACH” – Stagecoach East drivers and staff organise a giant donation drive and fill a bus to help generate funds"The kind-hearted colleagues were joined by engineers and support staff and organised a huge donation drive on behalf of Stagecoach East.Between them, they gathered a whole host of…
Living with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: Early Diagnosis, Patient Advocacy, and the Role of Technology
Co-authored by Maleen Fischer, PHA Europe
Cambridgeshire-based rewilding charity gets to work on the emerald isle - with The Happy Pear
Cambridgeshire-based rewilding charity Creating Nature's Corridors has extended its important messaging to Ireland, following the planting of 500 trees and hedging at the farm headquarters of The Happy Pear, the Irish twin brothers renowned for their plant-powered cooking and desire to make a positive impact on the planet.
Team from The Cambridge raises more than £1000 running half marathon in aid of Cambridgeshire Community Foundation
A team of runners from The Cambridge Building Society has raised £1,441 in support of the Cambridgeshire Community Foundation (CCF) by completing the Cambridge Half Marathon on Sunday 9 March.
Young Carers Action Day – Education Summit 2025
On 12 March 2025, the Young Carers in Education Summit brought together educators, charities and most importantly, young carers from across the region for a day of sharing, learning, and empowerment.
D&A Creative create animation for Safe Haven Project
Animation for charity initiative helping orphaned children in Ukraine
The Red Hen Project is empowering families through lifesaving skills with ABC Life Support partnership
For several years, The Red Hen Project has proudly partnered with ABC Life Support. This collaboration is instrumental in equipping staff, parents, and families with vital first aid skills, enabling them to handle emergencies confidently.
Arthur Rank Hospice charity celebrates personal best in the TTP Cambridge Half Marathon
95 dedicated runners supported Arthur Rank Hospice Charity in the TTP Cambridge Half Marathon.
Gyles Brandreth urges public to Support CBM UK’s World in Focus Campaign to end avoidable sight loss
Broadcaster and writer Gyles Brandreth is lending his passionate support to Cambridge based, Global Disability Inclusion charity, CBM UK’s World in Focus campaign, highlighting the urgent need to tackle avoidable sight loss affecting 1.1 billion people worldwide.
Paediatric oncology nurse working in ward that treated her as a child to run Cambridge half to raise awareness of Addenbrooke’s hospital charity
22-year-old Molly Shelley works as a paediatric oncology nurse at Addenbrooke's - caring for young patients with cancer on the same ward that looked after her when she had leukaemia when she was three. Molly describes all of her memories as 'positive' because of the nursing staff that cared for her - and says it was her experiences as a child that made her want to become a nurse when she grew up…
Following a year of closure for essential repairs, CWRC Peterborough Centre officially reopens
Cambridge Women’s Resource Centre (CWRC) is delighted to announce the reopening of its Peterborough Centre following extensive renovations to the roof and interiors. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the charity’s mission to provide a much-needed safe space with dedicated services for vulnerable women in the Peterborough community.
Social Impact Summit invites local residents & organisations to "Hidden Heroes" event in Peterborough
Peterborough will host a major Social Impact Summit on Thursday 20th March, bringing together the community to tackle pressing local challenges and celebrate unsung heroes making a difference across the city. The event calls for participation from all residents, businesses, and organisations interested in creating positive social change in the region.
The benefits of having a Will: A loving gift for your family’s future
It’s not easy to think about the end of our journey. We all hope for long, fulfilling lives, but taking the time to plan ahead can be one of the kindest things we do, not just for ourselves, but for those we love.