Exeter photographer Spencer Cobby has been volunteering with Age UK Exeter for just over a year. He first decided to contact the charity after a conversation with his neighbour Ann, herself a volunteer.
Upon speaking to Corinne Bailey, Development Manager at Age UK Exeter, it immediately became apparent that Spencer's skills would be put to good use.
“I contacted Age UK Exeter because I had some spare time on my hands and wanted to make a difference in the lives of those around me,” said Spencer.
“Corinne was very excited about the fact that I was a...
Trustees in Devon have the opportunity to find out about the latest regulations affecting charities at free workshops taking place across Devon.
The specialist charities team at Thomas Westcott Accountants will be on hand at five locations to deliver expert advice on a range of issues, including SORP 2014, charities structure and trading, Gift Aid and auto enrolment.
Steve Cresswell, partner at Thomas Westcott and head of the charities and not for profit team, two of whom hold the prestigious Diploma in Charity Accounting, said: "Trustees of charities face very specific...
The National Trust, RSPB and The Wildlife Trusts are calling on people across the West Country to put nature at the heart of debate in the run up to May’s General Election and encourage candidates to support nature.
Together the three charities have produced South West Nature 2015 - a new website that details landscapes, wildlife and the issues these face, across all 55 Westminster constituencies in the South West.
Speaking for the partnership, Harry Barton (CEO of Devon Wildlife Trust) said; “Nature is the missing issue from this general election. We need greater political...
Local charities have won a clutch of awards – mainly for environmental work.
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park was recognised for its environmental sustainability in both the Palm 105.5fm Local Heroes awards and the Herald Express South Devon Tourism & Hospitality Awards. In addition, Living Coasts won the silver award in the Most Effective Marketing category of the Herald Express awards.
Paignton Zoo has also been shortlisted in the Devon Environmental Business Initiative - DEBI – awards in the Sustainable Food, Retail, Hospitality and Leisure category. The winners will...
Two charities are coming together to help improve the independence and well being of more people with complex needs.
Community Care Trust, a mental health charity based in Devon, is set to join St Loye’s Foundation within a newly-formed group structure.
The move will enable the delivery of enhanced specialist support, training and employment services to more people in the future.
Chris Knee, Chief Executive, St Loye’s Foundation: said: “We are delighted to be able to announce that the Community Care Trust is joining us in a mutually beneficial relationship. By...
The Norman Family Charitable Trust, a grant making Charity based in Budleigh Salterton, has recently celebrated passing its £7 million milestone of grant donations since it began in 1979.
This family trust was created by Ken Norman and his wife, son and sisters, from the proceeds of the sale of Normans Cash and Carry Warehouse business. There were 9 branches in various parts of the South West, the first being in Budleigh Salterton. The original aim of the Trust was to make grants to local good causes and charitable organisations, primarily for communities in the South West with...
With only six short weeks to go until Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life at Westpoint Exeter, women across Devon are being encouraged to jump into their training shoes and sign up for this year’s event! This week’s sunny evenings are the perfect time to begin training ahead of the 5k or brand new 10k race on Sunday 27 July.
Taking part in Race for Life at Westpoint Exeter is a great way for women of all shapes and sizes to enjoy the outdoors and get a little more active as they prepare for their event. Committing to take part, and encouraging their mums, grans, daughters, sisters...
And to kick off the celebrations Westpoint has announced it is offering four charities the chance to stage their own event at the venue for free. Charities large and small are invited to apply for this unique opportunity with one of the south-west’s largest exhibition and entertainment venues. With free access to the Function Room, Wadsworth Pavilion log cabin and Showground, the charities can let their imaginations run wild. The whole site lends itself to a variety of both indoor and outdoor events. Westpoint’s log cabin could be...
Exeter Chamber of Commerce helped eight local charities raise over £900 at their Christmas Charity Auction Lunch last week, held at the Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel.
Paul Nero, chief executive of Radio Exe was the auctioneer on the day, taking bids from over 100 business people that were in attendance. Items for auction included an Exeter Chiefs Rugby weekend experience for two, in aid of St Loyes Foundation, and a beautiful framed print of the cover photo of the BBC Radio Devon Countryside Calendar from Devon Community Foundation.
Cartridges Solicitors will be donning their silly Christmas jumpers on 11 December to raise money for FORCE.
FORCE is a cancer charity who play a vital role in local cancer services and have done so for 26 years. They hold the belief that anyone diagnosed with cancer deserves the best possible treatment and professional support close to home. The wide services they offer are invaluable including support groups, counselling, benefits advice, complementary therapies and relaxation classes, coping with hair loss to name just a few.
