Charity News & Updates
Meet Matthew, he lives in Bude with his family and looks like your typical 10year old. However, Matthew is a very special lad. When he was five and a half months old he got meningococcal septicemia. He was incredibly poorly and nearly died but luckily Matthew is a true fighter and bravely fought for his life and won! His recovery was a slow and steady one that is such a blessing however as he got older it was clear that the disease had left him with an acquired brain injury causing him to have learning difficulties, speech and language problems, behavioral problems and sensory processing disorder. He has no danger awareness and is constantly seeking sensory stimulation. Matthew is in need of a sensory room in his home to help with his day to day recovery and this is where you can help.
- 13th April 2017
The Mayor of Barnstaple, Councillor Mrs Julie Hunt hosted her Mayor’s Spring Ball Black Tie event at The Barnstaple Hotel on Friday 31 March 2017 and what a success it was!
- 6th November 2016
The Galaxy Hot Chocolate Fund is looking to help small local community groups and projects.
The services we rely on in North Devon has saved and changed children’s and adult’s lives for the better. Now we are at risk of losing these including SCBU, labour and delivery wards, outpatients, theatre and the children’s ward. Here is how to help.
If you’re game for some fun, why not take flight in the legendary Birdman from Ilfracombe Pier. There are a few jumping places available and cash prizes to be won!!
- 1st June 2016
Local man, Paul Stevens has become a huge advocate and supporter of Clarity following the death of his son Dan, who killed himself 4 years ago. Paul and his family are determined to do something positive in his memory. Raising funds for Clarity and awareness of the support affected families is Paul's aim.
- 22nd May 2016
Michelle Hindes is the South West Co-Ordinator for Be Brave Bears. Here she explains their uses and why it's so important to raise awareness of life-limiting conditions in children.
- 2nd May 2016
Like any of us need an excuse to eat doughnuts!! Am I right?? If you do need an excuse, then here is a way to indulge and give to charity at the same time!!
It's National Pet Month from 1 April to 2 May 2016, your chance to show the special creature in your life just how much you love them! The charity holds the event each year. Each year a whole host of pet-tastic events are held, from dog shows to fairs and perfect pet competitions!
Whether you have two left feet or could give Michael Flatley a run for money, join Barnstaple’s hotly anticipated 12 hour dance-a-thon for the special care baby unit.