Father ‘so proud’ of five-year-old daughter for calling for help after seizure
A five-year-old girl has been praised for calling for help after her father experienced a “serious” seizure.
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Popular north-east ploughing competition and concert cancelled due to the coronavirus
A popular north-east ploughing competition and concert have been cancelled due to the coronavirus.
Charles urges nation to support Macmillan coffee morning
The Prince of Wales has joined a member of Britain’s other Royle Family to encourage the nation to brew up for Macmillan Cancer Support’s coffee morning this Friday.
People urged to host virtual coffee mornings for cancer support charity
Author and TV presenter Cat Cubie is urging people to take part in a cancer support charity’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning as it faces a dramatic drop in income due to coronavirus.
North-east children’s hospital charity ARCHIE launches Christmas fundraising drive
The Archie Foundation has launched its Christmas Fundraising Tree Auction, hoping it can brighten up the end of a difficult year.
Aberdeen charity shop to shut after 30 years of helping cats in need
An Aberdeen charity shop is closing down after more than 30 years in operation raising money to help needy cats.
Homeless man to repay locals’ kindness with 24-hour charity bike ride
A homeless man who found support from the local community is hoping to pay them back by raising money for their Royal British Legion clubhouse.
North-east singing duo hit the right note to raise cash for mental health
A pair of north-east songstresses are using their talents to raise much-needed funds for a mental health charity following the tough lockdown period.
National Trust launches huge fundraising campaign after finances hit by lockdown
The National Trust is appealing to the public’s reliance on the natural environment during the coronavirus pandemic to generate much-needed funds.
‘Gorgeous’ one-eyed cat adopted by partially-sighted owner
A “gorgeous” one-eyed cat has been adopted by a partially-sighted woman and her family.
Aberdeen homeless charity introduces new policy ahead of voluntary group relaunch
An Aberdeen homeless charity has created a new insurance policy and membership agreement for all volunteers and attendees.
North-east bike ride pedals ahead with altered format
A popular Aberdeenshire cycling event is taking a new month-long form to help participants adhere to physical distancing restrictions.
Writer prepares for charity skydive in honour of north-east parents with dementia
A Balmedie-born woman is preparing to raise funds for Alzheimers research by leaping out of a plane at 10,000 feet – for the second time.
North-east businesswoman puts ‘Family First’ with charity T-shirt initiative
The founder of an Aberdeen printing and embroidery company has marked a month of selling family-focused clothing conceived in lockdown – all to raise money for a good cause.
War Child to re-release album featuring Blur and Oasis on its 25th anniversary
War Child is set to re-release its charity album featuring Blur, Oasis, Sir Paul McCartney and Massive Attack to mark its 25th anniversary.
Aberdeen charity looking for volunteers for its craft workshop
An Aberdeen charity is looking for volunteers to start working in its craft workshop.
Teen karting star recruited as ambassador by ARCHIE Foundation
The 13-year-old knows more than most about the importance of the support provided by the charity foundation, as his cousin Struan spent time at Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital (RACH) while undergoing cancer treatment last year.
North-east mental health group founder launches crowdfunder to buy car for elderly friend with cancer
The founder of an Aberdeenshire walking group which helps people with mental health difficulties has started a crowdfunding campaign to help his elderly friend regain some independence as she goes through chemotherapy.
Aberdeen oil worker uses pedal power to raise cash for hospital charity
An offshore worker and ex-footballer has set himself the biggest challenge of his life to raise money for the north-east charity that helped look after his mum before she died from cancer.
Aberdeen children’s charity continues to support families throughout summer break
An Aberdeen charity continued to support children and their families with activities in the summer holidays - despite challenges faced by coronavirus.
Aberdeen cat and dog home sends gratitude after wave of donations and support
Mrs Murray’s Home for Stray Dogs and Cats, one of the north-east’s only pet rehoming and animal boarding facilities, has thanked the people and businesses who have helped them out after the premises was devastated by floodwater on Wednesday.
Aberdonian’s generosity towards charities continues despite lockdown, report says
The "spirit of giving remains high" in Aberdeen despite financial stress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new report by the city's third sector interface.
Aberdeen Lifeboat thanks supporters after open day – but further donations still needed
Aberdeen Lifeboat Station has sent a grateful thank you to the people who made their first virtual ‘open day’ a reality – but said they are still short of their £2,000 fundraising target.
Funding boost for three north-east care charities
A trio of north-east groups have landed a share of nearly £3 million in funding.
Aberdeen schoolgirl makes generous donations to two charities
An Aberdeen schoolgirl has made two generous donations to local charities after a school trip was cancelled.
Aberdeen Lifeboat launches a week-long Open Day
The Aberdeen Lifeboat crew has launched its annual Open Day with a major difference for 2020 – it is going to last for an entire week.
North-east children’s charity to hold fundraising virtual run event
A north-east children's charity is to hold a virtual running event to raise funds for its befriending service.
Friends hope bike ride to 21 London football grounds will inspire fundraisers
Five friends who cycled to 21 London football stadiums in one day hope their charity effort will inspire others during the coronavirus pandemic.
Miscarriage support group nominated for Aberdeen’s Champion award
A support group for women and their partners who have suffered a miscarriage has been nominated for an Aberdeen's Champion award.
Outdoor charity reaches out to retired north-east men during pandemic
A new initiative to support north-east men with long-term health problems during the coronavirus pandemic has been launched.