How to help charities in the UK

Charity Freebies - how to help charity for nothing

Want to give something back to charity? Feel you'd like to help out in some way?

You can support charities in a number of ways. The quickest and simplest way is to donate money. You can donate goods to charity shops, or volunteer to work with a charity.

If you donate money you can make one off payments or you can donate on a regular basis by standing order.

You can leave charities money in your will.

You can adopt animals and support charities by this, or buy gifts through a charity shop or catalogues to provide them with an income and yourself with cards or presents. You can sign petitions and offer support this way as the petition the government to improve things.

By giving your old junk to charity you are helping them raise money. Only send good stuff as broken and damaged items can't be sold.

I volunteer in a charity shop. It's near my home and I do one morning a week. When I started I was given training and there are always other people working in the shop too to give me help if I need it. The shop is very busy sometimes and it can be tiring but its really good fun and very enjoyable. Opening bags of stuff can be quite an adventure - you never know what you'll find inside.

If you volunteer at a charity shop why dno't you get in touch with us and share your experiences. You might encourage someone else to volunteer!

Get cash for recycling your old phone - you can give the cash to charity!

Salsa for Charity - £5 tickets for a great event in London on Saturday 5th May

Big C is a proudly independent local charity only funding projects in Norfolk & Waveney. Big C funds world-class research, medical equipment and nursing and also the Big C Family Cancer Information and Support Centre situated at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital. Big C was founded in 1980 and has raised over £12 million to date to help those affected by cancer in Norfolk & Waveney. Link to website : www.big-c.co.uk   Big C Events: 1. Big C Cuppa 12th - 18th May This year Big C is launching our first ever 'Big C Cuppa' event and we are asking for people to 'have your tea for Big C' by inviting friends, family and colleagues round for a special cuppa to raise funds for cancer research, care and equipment in Norfolk & Waveney. We are asking businesses, clubs, schools and community groups of any kind to participate and if enough people support us in this small way and hold a Big C Cuppa, it will enable us to make a BIG difference to the lives of those people who are affected by cancer in our region. The dedicated week is from Monday 12th May to Sunday 18th May, although, of course, you can hold your Big C Cuppa anytime throughout the year. Why not try and hold the wackiest 'Cuppa' either at an unusual venue or with a wildy original theme? Big C will provide you with advertising materials and all the help that you need. All you have to do is register on our website : www.big-c.co.uk/bigccuppa or call 01603 619900. 2. Big C Walk of Thoughts - Sunday 29th June, 10.00am - 4.00pm (last departure 1.00pm) This is a sponsored 6 mile walk passing through the otherwise private woodland of the Somerleyton Estate around the circumference of Fritton Lake to support and remember those affected by cancer and to raise funds for Big C. Please contact Rachel Irvine at Big C on 01603 619900 or email rachel.irvine@big-c.co.uk for more details and an entry form. Visit their website

Torture Care -The Medical Foundation for the care of victims of torture, a registered charity founded in 1985, treats and assists over 4000 survivors of torture every year. Offering a range of services unique in the UK, The Medical Foundation relies heavily on the generosity of supporters to keep its work going.

As the UK's leading children's cancer charity, CLIC Sargent is the only organisation to offer them all round care and support. That’s because we’re there every step of the way: During treatment – providing specialist nurses, doctors, play specialists, Homes from Home In hospital & at home – offering specialist social care and family support in the community – specialist youth services, holidays, grants, helpline After treatment – helping survivors, supporting those bereaved, research CLIC Sargent's Charity Registration Number is 1107328

Children in need - get your free fundraising pack now posters, event and sponsor forms, scratch cards, paying in slips and stickers. Friday 17th November 2006

Christopher Clarke Cancer Research Charity - holding events to raise money for cancer research

Voice cards - and 75p per card goes to charity fantastic new range of personalised "Talking Voice Cards." - Cards that do the Talk'n for you®
Thanks to VoiceCards, you can now order your greeting card, and personalise your own 20 second voice greeting

There are lots of ways you can give to charity!

Looking to donate to charity, or how you can help? If you've had lots of freebies and free stuff then maybe its time you gave a little something back?

For the month of October Oil of Olay are giving 50p to breast cancer charity for each person who registers - Join Club Olay today to receive the latest product information and free samples from Olay in the UK and Eire. Throughout the month of October, Olay will also donate 50p to Breast Cancer Care (Registered Charity No. 1017658) for each new member to join Club Olay.

If you would like us to feature a certain charity then please let us know. Tell us why you support the group and what you do to raise funds.

Race for life - sponser Cosmic the Cat - Portia says "This year I'm *ahem* walking the Race for Life in Maidstone with a team from work. I know it's a bit cheeky of me to ask for your support but if you
would like to sponsor the least likely competitor of the whole lot on the
day (that'll be me collapsing in a huge red heap),"

Fundraising mum! - This isn't my mum but someone who posts on a forum i use:
Barry writes: "I'm looking for sponsors for my mam in her cycle ride from John O'Groats to Lands End (I have advised her to do it that way as it is downhill )
She works as a carer in a hospice that look after mainly people with terminal diseases, though most of her work is in home care and trying to keep people in the comfort of their own homes. She is trying to raise money for the foundation she works for."

Free Cancer Awareness Leaflets -

AIDS and HIV Posters - free to download

Free posters and leaflets from No More Landmines

Christian Aid free promotional material -

Free scope poster -

Save the children free posters -

breast cancer care leaflets free -

free jeans for genes promotional material

Wear it pink -

World Cancer research pack

Use your computer to make a real difference in the fight against cancer.

Give something back! Try a volunteering holiday

Global Angels childrens charity

BBC news stories

Bogus charity collection warning -

Donors warned of fake charities
30 Nov 03 | Nottinghamshire
Bogus charity collector jailed
09 Oct 03 | Derbyshire
Charity's bogus caller warning
22 Apr 03 | North East Wales
Bogus charity collectors warning
23 May 03 | Northern Ireland

Spiders in Charity Shop - Sept 06

Charity Warning -
Leaflet through the door climing to be collecting for a charity? Check out if they're real -To check if a collection is genuine, call the Charity Commission helpline on 0870 333 0123.

What is the Charity Commission?

The Charity Commission is the UK regulator of charities. They have an official web site for more information
They aim to regulate charitys in the UK in such a way as to increase charities' effectiveness and public confidence and trust.

They offer help and information on many charity issues and should be able to help if you want advice or have questions about a charity.

You can also search their online register of registered charities.

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