The Proud Trust is excited to announce the launch of its free LGBT+ History Month resource pack for 2024. This is an extremely popular annual publication, with last year’s pack being downloaded over 10,000 times and used to deliver lessons in schools across the country. This year is particularly special for The Proud Trust because […]
Read MoreInspire a love of STEM
The popular Big Bang Fair is returning for another year and, from today, schools can register for free tickets to attend.
Read More“It’ll be the best three years of your life” — Coleg Gwent celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
This National Apprenticeship Week (05 – 11 February), Coleg Gwent shone a spotlight on two of its 602 apprenticeship learners — showcasing support for an alternative route to higher education across its Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone, Newport and Crosskeys campuses. With more than 400 apprenticeship partners working with Coleg Gwent (including the NHS, Biffa, and Tai Calon […]
Read MoreMind and SAMH are new charity partners to improve support for people experiencing financial worry
Virgin Money has chosen mental health charities Mind and SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) as new corporate charity partners.
Read MoreGrant scheme available for rural community buildings
In 2023, a £3 million village halls fund was launched to provide support for the modernisation and improvement of village halls in England.
Read MoreWinners of the first Big Education Challenge set to address food insecurity, SEND, and climate anxiety
Winners of the first Big Education Challenge set to address food insecurity, SEND, and climate anxiety New projects to support young people with visual impairment, tackle food insecurity, and provide training pathways to address climate anxiety have been chosen as winners of the Big Education Challenge, the £1 million prize fund from education charity, Big […]
Read MoreWomen’s Healthcare Charity Alliance launch support for women in the workplace
Leading health plan provider, Simplyhealth, has announced the launch of its Women’s Healthcare Charity Alliance, bringing together four charities; Bloody Good Period, Domestic Abuse Volunteer Support Services (DAVSS), Miscarriage Association, and Ovarian Cancer Action, to challenge taboos associated with women’s health conditions and drive meaningful change in the workplace by supporting employers. According to a […]
Read MoreEmbrace the darkness! Cosmic fun as Dark Skies Festival returns
The South Downs National Park’s popular Dark Skies Festival returns on 10th February, with nine days of celebrations to explore the awesome wonders of the dark skies of the South Downs, which remains one of only 21 International Dark Sky Reserves in the world. Among the highlights will be a dark skies-themed ride at 450ft […]
Read MoreLeeds Beckett helping Wakefield Council improve health of residents
Leeds Beckett University’s research expertise is set to improve health outcomes in Wakefield thanks to £1.25million funding to help tackle health inequalities in the city. The funding is part of a £5million Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) grant to Wakefield Council. The research partnership will also involve Sheffield Hallam University, St George’s Community Centre and […]
Read MoreCancer Support UK wins grant for cancer kits and coaches
Health charity, Walk the Walk, has awarded national cancer charity, Cancer Support UK, a £48,941 grant. The funding will allow the charity to provide increased practical and emotional support to people living with and beyond cancer. Mark Guymer, CEO of Cancer Support UK said: “We are extremely grateful to Walk the Walk for this generous grant. As […]
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