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.
Parking for a cause: £38,000 raised for local charities!
A huge thank you to everyone who parked at the Downing Site (Tennis Court Road) and the University of Cambridge Department of Chemistry (Lensfield Road) from December 27-31 as part of The Rotary Club of Cambridge South's charity Christmas car parks scheme.
10 existential hacks: Make your future the best thing that will ever happen to you
Møller Institute associate, Stephen Bruyant-Langer, reveals his top 10 hacks for dealing with uncertainty, in an increasingly unstable global climate. Stephen as a top executive coach, head-hunter, economist, marketeer, author, lecturer, facilitator and keynote speaker – comes with 25 years of experience with executive coaching, 20 years of experience with executive search, and 15 years of…
Come and be a part of the Cogwheel Cambridge Stride!
If you love walking or just want a great reason to get moving, we invite you to join us for the Cogwheel Cambridge Stride.
Ethics and compliance project wins Best Use of Innovation in Employee Engagement…Yep you read that right.
A Code of Ethics and employee engagement aren’t always a natural fit – they go together like a giraffe and a low ceiling. But a little creative risk can defy all expectations.
Centre for Computing History invites Cambridge to the launch of ‘Broken Tech: Broken Earth’
The Centre for Computing History launches its exciting new project, 'Broken Tech: Broken Earth' on Saturday, 22nd February, with community events taking place from 11am to 4pm. £2 per person entry tickets can be booked online, on a first-come, first-served basis.
WorkWell pilot programme supports over 400 people in first 3 months
Since launching in November 2024 the WorkWell programme has seen over 400 people accessing the service across Cambridgeshire with 39% of participants currently in work and struggling due to a health-related barrier or signed-off work as a result.
Photography talents needed for calendar fundraiser
Cambridge University Press Bookshop is asking the public to send them their best photos of Cambridge for consideration in the Bookshop’s 2026 charity calendar, which will go on sale next year.
ARU student donations raise over £110k for charity
Green Move Out project sees students donate unwanted household items from halls.
The Book of Cambridge
Cambridge Junction, in collaboration with Cambridge Room and Cambridge University Press & Assessment are excited to launch the Book of Cambridge, the culmination of a unique project made with children from primary schools across Cambridge.
Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival returns on September 13, 2025 – get ready to race for a cause!
The Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival pulls in teams from Cambridgeshire and further afield - raising money for an important cause: the Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital. The event not only challenges teams and bonds them together but also provides family, fun-filled entertainment along the river bank in Fen Ditton. So if you fancy taking part, or coming along to watch this impressive festival in…
Local charities can apply for grants of up to £20,000 from Cambridge Building Society Community Fund
Good causes that provide support for people with housing and shelter needs can apply for grants of up to £20,000 through The Cambridge Building Society’s Community Fund.
The Cambridge Building Society takes on Cambridge Half Marathon for good causes
A team from The Cambridge Building Society is set to take on the challenge of the Cambridge Half Marathon in a bid to raise vital funds for the Cambridgeshire Community Foundation.
Allia Impact announces new support programmes to strengthen Cambridge's social impact sector
Allia Impact announces two new business support programmes for Cambridge residents and businesses, funded by the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund.
Addenbrooke's hospital charity celebrates its first corporate partner to raise over half a million
Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust is the official charity for Addenbrooke's and the Rosie and helps to fund cutting edge equipment and groundbreaking research, above and beyond what the NHS is able to provide. Examples include supporters raising an impressive £1.5 million to fund a surgical robot for the hospitals which is already helping to cut waiting lists and reduce patients' recovery time…
10 features that make integrating WooCommerce the best choice for your WordPress website
WooCommerce is a powerful, open-source e-commerce plugin designed to integrate seamlessly with WordPress websites.
Does Microsoft 365 Business Standard have everything you need to keep your organisation running smoothly?
Microsoft 365 Business Standard has all the tools you need to keep your business running smoothly.
Mayor of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, Dr. Nik Johnson officially opens new Social Enterprise Hub
The highly anticipated opening of The Printworks at Papworth took place on the 30th January 2025, with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Dr. Nik Johnson, Mayor of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough.
Robotic surgeon thanks Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust supporters for helping 'Surgery Super Sunday' break operation record
After raising a staggering £1.5 million to buy Addenbrooke's and the Rosie their newest surgical robot, ACT supporters have already heard how the robot has enabled patients to recover faster from surgery, allowing them to go home in hours or days rather than weeks. Now, though, a specially scheduled day of operations - known as 'Surgery Super Sunday' - has allowed robotic surgeons to carry out…
Charity says thank you for £100,000 from Christmas Tree Recycling Scheme
Supporters donate £100,000 to Arthur Rank Hospice Charity via the Christmas Tree Recycling Scheme 2025
Studio 24 launch a brand-new web platform for the RNIB Bookshare website
Thousands of children and young people across the UK with vision impairment and/or difficulty reading standard print due to conditions like dyslexia can now access more than a million books and images more quickly and easily after RNIB’s Bookshare service website has been given a major upgrade.
