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Devon health and wellbeing charity seeks new Trustees for its next exciting chapter

Westbank Community Health and Care, a successful health and wellbeing charity that’s continuing to grow and extend its services across the whole of Devon, is on the lookout for new Trustees who can offer their experience and a fresh perspective to support the governance and growth of an award-winning organisation.

The charity provides a multitude of community-based health and wellbeing services across the county, delivered by a team of staff and volunteers. Westbank’s Board of Trustees, all volunteers, bring their diverse range of skills to the charity, helping people of all ages...

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Support Devon Air Ambulance’s Summer Appeal to save more lives across the county

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/07/2025 - 5:09pm

Devon Air Ambulance has launched the Heart of Devon Summer Appeal 2025 , urging residents and visitors to support its lifesaving missions during their busiest time of the year.

With the stunning weather, thousands of locals and visitors flock to Devon’s coastlines, moors, and countryside, the demand for emergency prehospital care surges. The charity is calling on the community to help fund the critical care teams that respond to emergencies by air and road—often in remote and hard-to-reach areas.

‘Summer is our busiest season,’ says Courtney Buchanan, Individual Giving...

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Donations to local group will be doubled this week as part of national match funding campaign

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/26/2025 - 4:15pm

Topsham based charity, Estuary League of Friends, have launched their appeal to raise £10,000 in a week to provide vital services to support people in need of care, comfort and support in rural communities between Exeter and Exmouth.

The appeal is part of national match funding campaign #SmallCharityWeek . Donations made to Estuary online at BigGive.org between 23–30 June 2025 will be matched £1 for £1. So, a gift of £10 becomes £20, £50 becomes £100, and so on!

All the funds raised will be used to deliver vital services for the community such as:

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Why Every Trust or Charity Needs a Clear Accountability Framework

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 06/26/2025 - 12:12pm

Running a trust or charity comes with great responsibility. Whether you're managing donations, overseeing projects, or supporting communities, people are counting on you to act with transparency, fairness, and integrity.

That’s where an accountability framework comes in. It helps your organisation stay on track and make smart decisions, while also building trust with your supporters. Without it, mistakes can go unnoticed and resources may be misused, meaning your reputation could suffer.

A clear accountability framework sets out who is responsible for what, how decisions...

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Exeter care home presents cheque to local charity

Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter recently presented Honiton Carers Support Group with a cheque for £1,000 to support towards the cost of transport to enable their participants to attend the group. Honiton Carers Support Group is a warm and welcoming Carers Group which supports unpaid carers throughout their caring role and beyond. They meet indoors in a safe environment twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday and socially on 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month for a cuppa and a chat. They offer various activities at their indoor meetings such as Art & Craft workshops and have...

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Devon Carers at Westbank marks Carers Week with a host of events and a new book to support unpaid carers

Devon Carers at Westbank, the service which currently supports almost 34,000 adult unpaid carers across the county, has lined up a full programme of events throughout Carers Week this June and will be launching a new book for carers called “Give Me A Break”. Produced by local health and wellbeing charity Westbank Community Health and Care, the book is full of hints, tips and ideas to help unpaid carers take time out from their caring role, regardless of whether they can spare fifteen minutes, half an hour or longer.

The publication will be available during Carers Week from Monday...

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Vertu MINI Exeter drives support for North Devon Hospice

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/04/2025 - 3:39pm

Vertu MINI Exeter is supporting North Devon Hospice, as part of MINI’s Local MINI Hero initiative, which encourages dealerships to actively support and celebrate their local communities.

As part of this special partnership, Vertu MINI Exeter will be sponsoring and attending two major fundraising events for the hospice this year – its recent Nightwalk, and the North Devon Marathon, which is set to take place on 29th June. Attendees can look out for two stunning MINI vehicles on display at each event, as the dealership showcases its commitment to the cause and community.

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Winning streak for Devon health and wellbeing charity Westbank Community Health and Care

Authored by Sharon Goble
Posted: Wed, 06/04/2025 - 11:52am

An Exminster-based health and wellbeing charity is on a winning streak, having received Devon-wide recognition for the scope and impact of its work supporting local communities, hot on the heels of several other commendations.

Westbank Community Health and Care is delighted to have won the Community Champion award in the Devon Chamber Business Awards 2025. Chris Bloye, Westbank’s Head of Business Services and Operations, proudly collected the award at a recent reception at Plymouth’s Crowne Plaza.

Chris Bloye says, “It’s a privilege to have received this award on behalf...

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Memorial Service planned for Eddie Farwell

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/02/2025 - 1:46pm

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life and work of Eddie Farwell, Co-Founder and retiring CEO of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), will take place at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 17 June 2025.

Eddie died on 27 March following a diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease and a private funeral was held shortly after his death. CHSW has organised a Memorial Service for Eddie, enabling the wider community to celebrate Eddie’s life, share their memories and find comfort together.

Phil Morris, incoming CEO at CHSW said: “It is fitting that during Children’s Hospice Week, we are...

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Exeter based charities and community projects invited to apply for £100,000 funding

Long-distance train operator CrossCountry has announced that its Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF), to support community initiatives across the CrossCountry network, is now open for applications.

The refreshed grant scheme will open at intervals throughout the year – with the summer application period closing on Friday 6 June.

A total of £100,000 has been made available throughout the year for community projects that deliver tangible social and environmental benefits across the UK, including Exeter

Candice Dos Santos Hodgson, Project Manager at...

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St Petrock’s Week Launches in Exeter to mark Charity’s 30thAnniversary

A brand-new annual celebration, St Petrock’s Week, will launch this summer from 2nd to 8th June 2025, as St Petrock’s, Exeter’s local homelessness charity based in Cathedral Yard, marks its 30th anniversary.

Originating as part of an umbrella organisation, St Petrock’s was started by local people who were concerned about the welfare of rough sleepers in the city centre in the 1990s. Throughout the past three decades, St Petrock’s has been at the forefront of addressing homelessness in the local area, offering not only immediate relief but also essential resources and support that...

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