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Archives for June 2010

Acorns collection bag scam
Worcestershire-based children's charity Acorns have been hit by a collection bag scam, with fake collection bags being distributed across the region and collected by a private firm. The impact is probably difficult to gauge but last year Acorns raised £1m selling second-hand clothing. The legitimate collection bags are…
wall of china trek!!
Hello all. my crazy cousin and i have decided that we are going to do a great wall of china trek, to raise money for charity. i have had severaly family members suffer from, recover from and die from cancer so we want to give something back, It will definatly be a challenge for us both we are both unfit ..we will need to…
Ellies Fund Charity Single
The school that my daughter attends is releasing a digital download of Somewhere over the rainbow / Wonderful World on 5th July. We are hoping to get it into the charts, maybe even to number 1 if enough people buy it in the first week of release. It is sung by the staff and students of Scalby School in Scarborough and is…
Charity Member ID Card
Sending suitcases from UK to Kenyan orphanage
Hi, I'm going to Kenya in 10 days to volunteer in an orphanage and have been given a lot of clothes/shoes to take over to the kids from my friends/family. I could probably fill about 6 large suitcases. We're flying with Emirates and they are trying to charge us £744 per additional suitcase so obviously we're not going to…
How to raise as much money as poss
Trying to raise money for a particular charity . i'm doing The marathon 2011. I know its early but I have registered for the Marathon next year and was wondering how to raise the maximum amount I can for my chosen charity. i am also doing various jumps etc as well for the charity. Justgiving.com looks very popular but they…
Fun Raffle Ideas
Hi, we are a charity and will be having a stall in a small summer charity fair. We are going to a tombola type raffle 50/50 prize. Does anyone have and good ideas of different types of 'instant win' raffles that can make it a little bit more exciting and different? Thanks
2 year old Alfies cancer donations
I don't know if this has been posted about before, but I was sent it by a friend on another forum. http://www.appeal4alfie.com/index.php Very upsetting story, we don't have kids but I can only imagine what it must feel like. I hope they can raise the money they need and get little Alfie back on his feet with a long future…
Help with paying for a funeral
My Parents need help with paying for funeral costs... They contacted the social fund, and have been means tested, and the social fund has not paid for the full amount... They now need to find approximately £600... The problem is my mom is on incapacity benefit, and my Dad - who had to give up work to care for my dear…
Race For Life 2010
Hi Everyone I wonder if anyone has a spare Race For Life poster that they could possibly email to me please? A group of staff at my work are running in the race and I've been asked to do an advertising board for them - ideally I could do with it being emailed to me so that I can print it off using A3 size. Thanks in…
MSE News: Overseas aid tops the public's chops list
This is the discussion thread for the following MSE News Story: "The public strongly disagrees with the Government's decision to ring-fence overseas aid from any spending cuts ..." Read the full story: Overseas aid tops the public's chops list
Abseil For Zoë's Place Baby Hospice - Liverpool
WANTED Adventurous people to abseil the MERSEY Tunnel Ventilation Shaft, on Sunday 26th September 2010 to raise much needed funds for our special babies. The 50metre Mersey Tunnel Ventilation Shaft located in Birkenhead provides an exhilarating abseil with fantastic views across the River Mersey. The fee for each…
Zoë's Place Baby Hospice -Liverpool Summer Fair
Hi, Why not join us on Sunday 27th June for our 2010 Summer Fair from 1.00pm -4.00pm With Face Painting, Stalls, Games, Refreshments it's bound to be lots of FUN. Held in Hospice Grounds Yew Tree Lane West Derby Liverpool L12 9HH Registered Charity Number 1092545
1GOAL Education for all
Just signed up for this myself. ABOUT: Today, 72 million children in the world are denied the chance to go to school. These children could be our next generation’s leaders, sports stars, doctors and teachers. But they face a lifelong struggle against poverty. 1GOAL is a campaign seizing the power of football to ensure that…
Days Out vouchers advice
Hi, I bought the Days Out Magazine which has a lot of vouchers for attractions across the UK. The majority of these are no use to me as I've used the two I wanted. It seems such a waste to put them all in the recycling bin. Does anyone have any suggestions as to where I could send these for someone to get the benefit from…
I'm abseiling down the Titan Crane for charity
Okay, so my work has organised for us all to abseil down a crane called the Titan Crane which is in Clydebank, Glasgow. It will take place on 19th June 2010 and it is for Enable Scotland, which helps disabled kids. I'm looking for sponsorship for it, as I need to raise a minimum of £95. You can donate through my JustGiving…
Edinburgh Moonwalk 2010!
Hey to all! Well, it's that time of year again when brave women (and men) :rotfl: take part in the annual Moonwalk! The 19th - 20th June is the dates this year, so I wish to wish good luck towards all walkers who will be participating in either the legendary Full or Half Moon. I will myself be at the start line myself this…
Wheelchairs
Does someone know of a charity that accepts wheelchairs please? I have two which were given to me when I was waiting for my hip operation. both are nearly complete/heavy and maroon in colour. I live in London N14. You would have to collect as I am disabled.
Support HelpForHeroes - England Photo Flag
[FONT=&quot]Hello.[/FONT] [FONT=&quot]Firstly, I hope admin don't mind us posting this, please feel free to move it if there is somewhere more appropriate.[/FONT] [FONT=&quot]We have a site called EnglandPhotoFlag to raise money for HelpForHeroes and support England in the World Cup. We were hoping we could post a message…
Walking the west highland way for Mcdonald house yorkhill
I am walking the west highland way in memory of my two nephews who died age 9 months and 3 months. During this time my brother and partner could not have been able to spend the little time life gave them with them if it had not been for Mcdonald house at Yorkhill who provide free accommodation to families with ill…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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