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Nearly £6,000 raised for The British Heart Foundation!

The British Heart Foundation is Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Exeter’s chosen charity for 2026.

The charity was chosen by the President of Exeter CII, Theresa Atal, who is also Compliance Director for Trusted Financial Advice (TFA).

Theresa said: “The British Heart Foundation is a charity very close to my heart - excuse the pun. My father had heart issues, and my partner has a defibrillator fitted. Every pound raised, and all donations handed in their shops around the country, help make a difference to people’s lives.”

On 6th March the CII Exeter Annual...

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What Role Do Charities Play in Disaster Recovery? 6 Ways They Help

While the initial response to a catastrophe is often defined by the flashing lights of emergency vehicles, the true work of restoration begins long after the sirens fall silent. Once immediate danger passes, communities face a complex web of needs that government agencies are rarely equipped to manage alone. This is the moment when the specialized, boots-on-the-ground power of the charitable sector becomes a lifeline.

Nonprofits serve as the persistent engine of recovery, shifting the focus from surviving a moment to rebuilding a life. These organizations bridge the gap between...

Twin sisters take on the height of Mount Everest for Diabetes UK

Two twin sisters from Exeter are taking on the challenge of climbing the height of Mount Everest, completely blindfolded, to raise money for Diabetes UK.

Juliet and Lauren Sawyer will climb 8,849 metres throughout April, the height of Mount Everest, with a blindfold on for every single climb, on roped walls and outdoor moors.

The pair from Devon want to raise funds for people living with diabetes and awareness of diabetes as one of the leading causes of preventable sight loss among adults in the UK.

Juliet said: “I've been living with type 1 diabetes since 2005...

Devon charity urgently seeking puppy socialisers

Dog lovers across Exeter, Plymouth and Devon are being urged to volunteer their homes to raise puppies that will go on to support veterans living with PTSD and other mental health challenges.

A Devon-based charity supporting Armed Forces veterans is urgently appealing for more volunteer puppy socialisers to help raise the next generation of life-changing assistance dogs.

Veterans With Dogs , based near Exeter, trains assistance dogs to support veterans living with complex mental health challenges including PTSD, anxiety and depression. The charity says demand for its...

Devon Charities invited to benefit from huge weekend of live music

Charities across Devon are being encouraged to get involved in the county’s biggest music event this summer.

TK Maxx presents Live at Powderham runs for four nights from Thursday June 25 to Sunday June 28, featuring headline shows from vocal powerhouse Teddy Swims, seven-time GRAMMY winner Alanis Morissette and global superstar Lewis Capaldi.

And now organisations from across the region are being encouraged to apply to benefit from the event, with a charity partner being selected for each of the shows.

Four successful charities will be invited to have a team of...

Special spring concert in aid of the Lord Mayor’s charity

A special afternoon concert is being staged in the city’s historic Guildhall on Saturday, 18 April by a chamber ensemble of Exeter Philharmonic Choir. The two-hour mayoral reception will begin at 2 pm, followed by music and verse performed by EPC’s Pilgrims’ Chorus under the expert leadership of its Musical Director, Stephen Tanner. The event will raise funds for the Lord Mayor of Exeter’s chosen charity, Riding for the Disabled - Exeter Group.

Exeter Philharmonic Choir has been at the heart of the city's musical life since 1846, bringing quality choral performances to large...

Applications open for three £50,000 donations for charities helping young people into work

The Persimmon Charitable Foundation is running its open application programme for a second year, with an increased funding pot of £300,000 available for registered charities that support employability among young people.

The first funding round opens on Monday, 2nd March – with three £50,000 donations available for UK-based projects focused on children and young people aged 14-25, particularly those living in areas of economic and social deprivation.

The open application programme launched in 2025 to give more charities the opportunity to access Foundation funding....

Devon Air Ambulance Cycle Challenge

This September (Saturday 12) Devon Air Ambulance is launching a new fundraising challenge to bring communities together, explore Devon's beautiful landscapes and help raise vital funds to keep its service responding.

The Devon Air Ambulance Cycle Challenge is the perfect day out for anyone who loves being outdoors on two wheels. Whether a confident cyclist who likes a challenge or someone who prefers a sociable weekend ride with friends, there's a level for everyone.

Chief Executive Greg Allen, himself a keen cyclist, said: "We are very excited to be launching our first...

FORCE Cancer Charity Teams Up with Tozers for Free Will-Writing Week

This March, why not make or update your Will as part of FORCE Cancer Charity’s Make Your Will Week, taking place 2nd - 6th March 2026.

Leading local solicitors Tozers, with branches in Exeter, Teignmouth and Newton Abbot, are supporting the week by offering their Will‑writing services free of charge in exchange for a donation to FORCE.

Rachael Morley from Tozers Solicitors said: “We’re proud to support FORCE’s Make Your Will Week. Making or updating your Will is one of the most important things you can do for your loved ones, and it’s also an opportunity to think about...

Devon housebuilder donates £1,500 to Parkinson’s charity

David Wilson Redrow South West – currently building new homes across Devon - has donated £1,500 to Parkinson’s UK, to help the charity continue to provide practical support to those who are living with the condition and fund essential research.

Parkinson’s UK offers support to the 166,000 people in the UK living with the condition and their loved ones. It’s local support in Exeter includes a weekly dance class at the Riverside Leisure Centre and a support group at Millbrook Community Living.

Kirsty Berrigan and Rebecca Landolt, Heads of Community Fundraising at Parkinson...

Sister to run London Marathon in support of life-changing Exeter charity

Delfina Bounsall will take on this year’s London Marathon to raise funds for Exeter-based InFocus Charity, in recognition of the transformative support it has provided to her sister, Sienna.

The 26.2-mile challenge, taking place in April, is a deeply personal one for Delfina. Her sister Sienna is currently a student at InFocus College, a specialist further education provider for young people with vision impairment and additional disabilities.

Through a highly tailored curriculum, students at InFocus College develop essential skills for adulthood, including communication...

Charities

Nearly £6,000 raised for The British Heart Foundation!

What Role Do Charities Play in Disaster Recovery? 6 Ways They Help

Twin sisters take on the height of Mount Everest for Diabetes UK

Devon charity urgently seeking puppy socialisers

Devon Charities invited to benefit from huge weekend of live music

Special spring concert in aid of the Lord Mayor’s charity

Applications open for three £50,000 donations for charities helping young people into work

Devon Air Ambulance Cycle Challenge

FORCE Cancer Charity Teams Up with Tozers for Free Will-Writing Week

Devon housebuilder donates £1,500 to Parkinson’s charity

Sister to run London Marathon in support of life-changing Exeter charity

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