Charities

Back in February the Princess Theatre, Torquay announced on their social channels they were on the look out for a new 'Charity of the Year'. A spokesperson for the theatre said "This exciting initiative is all about giving back, building connections, and using the magic of theatre to make a real difference in our community!"

A dedicated panel shortlisted the top contenders and put...

A recent report by the Office for National Statistics highlights that while the majority of people at end of life express the desire to die at home, hospital deaths remain prevalent. Earlier this year the Health Economics Unit and Nuffield Trust think-tank found that more than 80% of healthcare costs in the final year of life (£9.6bn) is spent on hospitals, rather than support in the...

Honiton Community College (HCC) Sixth Form students have stepped up for mental health in their final 24-hour charity challenge, which raised much-needed funds for the Exeter, Mid, and East Devon branch of the Samaritans.

For over a decade, the school’s Sixth Form has led a series of 24-hour charity events, raising more than £26,000 for local causes. This year’s challenge saw staff...

Students across Devon have been raising funds for Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day appeal today (21st March.)

Sidmouth College, Exwick Heights Primary School, Isca Academyand the Whipton Barton Federation, all part of the Ted Wragg Trust, have been fundraising through a variety of activities.

Over at Isca Academy students were encouraged to wear something red in exchange for a £1...