Charity News & Updates
After eleven years as chief executive of Kingston Chamber of Commerce, Lisa Gagliani will be leaving soon to take up a new role as CEO of The Bright Ideas Trust in central London.
To celebrate the Olympics 2012, Paul Strank Roofing will be hosting a star-studded Charity Gala in September 2012 in aid of the Shooting Star CHASE Hospice and One Life charities at a venue in South West London.
- 21st November 2011
Join STEM4 for an evening of Christmas Carols in St Mary's Church, Wimbledon Village with the Vasari Singers, one of the UK's leading Chamber Choirs. Then enjoy some wine and mince pies in the festive spirit.
- 21st November 2011
John Krause, an experienced marathon runner, is organising a fund raising event for STEM4, a charity that supports teenage mental health in schools by providing help in early detection and change. Run - or walk - the Malta Marathon in February 2012
STEM4 - a local charity that helps teenagers with mental health issues - is holding a fabulous online silent auction, where the winning bidder will have the services of a 2-star Michelin Chef in their home, to cook for you and their friends!
Around the world the poppy is associated with the remembrance of those who died in order that we may be free. But are aware of the reason of how & why the poppy became the symbol of remembrance and an integral part of the work of the Royal British Legion?
- 9th November 2011
Remembrance Day - or Poppy Day - is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth countries to remember the members of their armed forces who have died in the line of duty since World War I. Here are details of some memorial services in Kingston Borough 2011.
During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on men’s faces in the UK and around the world. The aim: to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and other cancers that affect men.
For its national Christmas Gift Appeal, Access Self Storage is collecting toy donations for children. Access Self Storage is appealing to the public throughout Wimbledon and Merton to open their hearts and donate new and unused presents, games and toys.