This October, Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is encouraging dog-lovers to put their best foot, or paw, forward to support dogs in need by taking on a brand-new fundraising challenge, 62 Miles in Dogtober, to help the charity continue to fund its vital rehoming services for dogs. Fundraisers can walk, jog, cycle or swim 62 miles throughout the month to complete in their own way.
Participants are asked to complete just two miles a day for the 31 days of October, or 62 miles in total. People can take part solo, bring their dog along for company, or team up with friends, family, or colleagues...
Devon Air Ambulance’s Topsham Vintage & Variety Store Manager, Lee Rawlings, is turning up the volume on community spirit this October as he calls on local musicians and generous businesses to support a dazzling fundraising event: A Night with Bond .
Taking place on Friday 3 October 2025 at 7:30pm at the Exeter FC Centre Sports Bar , this themed evening promises a stylish celebration of music and philanthropy. Guests will be treated to over 20 re-imagined Bond-inspired songs , performed live by a talented ensemble of 30 local musicians who have donated their time and talent...
Bishop Fleming’s Exeter and Torquay offices are celebrating a successful year-long partnership with FORCE Cancer Charity, raising over £8,000 to support people affected by cancer across the region.
The collaboration formed part of the firm’s 1% for Communities initiative, launched in July 2024, which pledges to give back 1% of Bishop Fleming’s turnover through fundraising, volunteering, and community-focused projects.
Based in Exeter, FORCE Cancer Charity provides vital face-to-face support and care at its purpose-built centre, helping over 2,500 patients and families...
West Country housebuilder, Devonshire Homes, has presented its first donation to its charity of the year — the housing, debt and money advice charity, Churches Housing Action Team (CHAT).
CHAT based in Mid Devon, provides vital services to individuals and families facing housing insecurity and financial difficulties. The charity offers housing advice, tenancy support, and emergency assistance to those in need, ensuring that vulnerable members of the community receive guidance and practical support.
Devonshire Homes ’ first donation of £1471 will contribute to CHAT’s...
Devon charity, Hospiscare, has secured a £1,000 donation from local developers after an application from two of its charity runners.
Persimmon Homes South West received an application for its Community Champions scheme from Rachel Payne and Kate Smith, both of whom competed in races including the London Marathon 2023, to raise money for the hospice.
Representatives of the five-star builder presented the cheque to them at their Exeter site, Searle House, named after their founder, alongside local councillor, Marina Asvachin.
DCW Polymers, the South West’s only specialist plastics recycling and reprocessing plant, has raised £3,101.68 for local charities by recycling plastic tubs and bottle tops donated by the general public.
The funds, which have been split equally between Dartmoor Zoological Society and Life Chance Trust, were raised through DCW Polymers’ Recycle & Raise initiative. The appeal asked the general public to donate plastic tubs and bottle tops for recycling which DCW Polymers has shredded into granules.
The granules have been used in the manufacturing of DCW’s recycled plastic...
A sponsored step challenge which raises vital funds for leading charity Diabetes UK returns this summer – and a call has gone out for people from Devon to sign up.
The One Million Step Challenge, sponsored by Fitbit, runs between 1 July and 30 September and tasks participants with completing a massive one million steps over three months – around 10,000 a day. Participants can take on the challenge from their own doorstep, at their own pace.
All funds raised will go towards Diabetes UK’s work funding life-saving research and ensuring everyone living with diabetes gets the...
A total of £21,450 has been raised by Exeter’s former Lord Mayor for the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance.
The five figure sum was collected by Cllr Yolonda Henson during her term as Lord Mayor of Exeter from May 2022 until May 2023.
The charity has thanked the outgoing Lord Mayor and all those who helped raise such a large sum of money and raise much needed awareness for dementia and the local group.
“It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since we were selected as the Lord Mayors charity of the year, and what an incredible year it’s been,” said Gina Awad, of the...
Eight fundraisers from RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter will take to the sky for rescue pets
Thrill-seeking fundraisers will be enjoying an exhilarating and unforgettable experience when they fly through the clouds from over 15,000 ft!
Jumping from the height of the world’s seven tallest buildings stacked on top of each other, eight fundraisers from RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter will be taking on this once in a lifetime challenge that will see them soar through the sky at Dunkeswell Airfield in Devon on Sunday 7 May.
