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.
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.