Charity

The Youth Cancer Trust is staging The Elf Olympics

Santa's elves to compete in Olympic-style contest for cancer charity

Newsquest is asking readers to help us bring hope to children over the festive season by donating cash or buying toys to support our NSPCC Christmas appeal

Newsquest is asking readers to help us bring hope to children over the festive season by donating cash or buying toys to support our NSPCC Christmas appeal

‘Childline saved my life’ – why you should donate this Christmas

The Stroud Library of Things would be based at the Access Bike shop in John Street. Library image: Getty

The Stroud Library of Things would be based at the Access Bike shop in John Street. Library image: Getty

Exciting plans to launch tool hire hub in Stroud

Mandi's stitched wound after leg surgery

Mandi's stitched wound after leg surgery

Update on kitten found close to death in Gloucestershire road

NSPCC’s Childline counsellors will hear from a child every 45 seconds over Christmas

NSPCC’s Childline counsellors will hear from a child every 45 seconds over Christmas

Newsquest and NSPCC launch fundraising Christmas campaign

First look as Cotswolds Dogs and Cats Home opens new shop in Stroud

First look as Cotswolds Dogs and Cats Home opens new shop in Stroud

First look inside new Stroud charity shop

A new venture in a former department store in Cirencester opened to the public today

A new venture in a former department store in Cirencester opened to the public today

25 pictures as Stroud organisation opens new site

A new charity shop is due to open in Stroud

A new charity shop is due to open in Stroud

Opening date revealed for new Stroud charity shop

A charity focused on supporting people affected by suicide was invited for an exclusive tour of the King’s private residence recently

A charity focused on supporting people affected by suicide was invited for an exclusive tour of the King’s private residence recently

Important charity near Stroud receives exclusive tour of King’s residence

New charity shop to open soon

New charity shop to open soon

Latest Stroud charity shop to open soon

CEO and founder of the charity Abbie Warren with Stroud MP Dr Simon Opher (left) and Gloucester MP Alex McIntyre (right)

CEO and founder of the charity Abbie Warren with Stroud MP Dr Simon Opher (left) and Gloucester MP Alex McIntyre (right)

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Charity expands into Stonehouse after increasing demand for services

Stroud-based charity Meningitis Now team up with Great Western Railway

Stroud-based charity Meningitis Now team up with Great Western Railway

'Grand gesture' at national landmark to support Stroud charity

September 29th 2024

Meningitis Now, Five Valleys Walk
Friends;
Becky Shearing, Jen Wilson-Copp, Hannah Broghton, Becci Richardson, Rosie Pasquet, Kate Cox

Copyright Photographer Simon Pizzey

September 29th 2024

Meningitis Now, Five Valleys Walk
Friends;
Becky Shearing, Jen Wilson-Copp, Hannah Broghton, Becci Richardson, Rosie Pasquet, Kate Cox

Copyright Photographer Simon Pizzey

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29 fantastic pictures from one of Stroud's most popular events

Rhianna McCrea is hosting the charity ball at the Hill in aid of the Focus charity fund

Rhianna McCrea is hosting the charity ball at the Hill in aid of the Focus charity fund

Heart-warming reason why glamourous ball being held in Stroud

Freemasons charity day at The Hill in Stroud

Freemasons charity day at The Hill in Stroud

Generous Gloucestershire Freemasons' Annual Charity Day

Picture from last year's Five Valleys Walk by Simon Pizzey

Picture from last year's Five Valleys Walk by Simon Pizzey

All you need to know about important annual Stroud event

New charity shop to open in Stroud this weekend

New charity shop to open in Stroud this weekend

First glimpse at new Stroud charity shop for important cause

At the start of the day

At the start of the day

Monk's ancient greenhouse resurfaces

James Morrison performed at the event at The Old Crown in Paganhill on August 17

James Morrison performed at the event at The Old Crown in Paganhill on August 17

Famous singer delights crowd at pub concert

The Hog at Horsley's annual Charity Beer Crawl

The Hog at Horsley's annual Charity Beer Crawl

Joyous photos of charity pub crawl near Stroud

England World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst to appear at Stroud bar

England World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst to appear at Stroud bar

England football legend to appear at Stroud bar

Allsorts, which is based at Brunel Mall in Stroud, celebrates its 15th anniversary

Allsorts, which is based at Brunel Mall in Stroud, celebrates its 15th anniversary

Stroud charity celebrates major milestone

A Stroud day centre for adults who have learning disabilities has opened a new sensory room

A Stroud day centre for adults who have learning disabilities has opened a new sensory room

Stroud centre makes announcement

Clare Davis walked on broken glass at Longfield Community Hospice Summer Fayre along with other brave souls

Clare Davis walked on broken glass at Longfield Community Hospice Summer Fayre along with other brave souls

Braving the ice walk for Longfield Hospice

Tributes have been paid to Liz Ewart-James who helped set up Home-Start Stroud

Tributes have been paid to Liz Ewart-James who helped set up Home-Start Stroud

Tributes to 'hero' Stroud charity founder who dedicated life to helping children

Flea market at the Five Valleys Shopping Centre to return after organisers said first one was a 'success'

Flea market at the Five Valleys Shopping Centre to return after organisers said first one was a 'success'

Second-hand market to return to Stroud after 'success'

The Chalford Mums undertook the 100-mile Chalford Chew Cycling Challenge on Thursday, July 18 in aid of the Brain Tumour Research charity

The Chalford Mums undertook the 100-mile Chalford Chew Cycling Challenge on Thursday, July 18 in aid of the Brain Tumour Research charity

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Friends complete challenge in memory of ‘wacky’ and ‘vibrant’ Chalford mum

Lynne Adams, who died from a brain tumour in 2023 aged 68

Lynne Adams, who died from a brain tumour in 2023 aged 68

Spirit of ‘wacky’ and ‘vibrant’ mum lives on

Friends have raised more than £13,300 for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity - in memory of 17-year-old Ruby Cole

Friends have raised more than £13,300 for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity - in memory of 17-year-old Ruby Cole

Friends raise £13k in memory of much-loved 17-year-old

Runners taking part in the Swansea half-marathon for Stroud based charity Meningitis Now

Runners taking part in the Swansea half-marathon for Stroud based charity Meningitis Now

Runners race in beautiful and scenic half-marathon for vital Stroud charity

JUNE 09 2024Stroud Rotary ClubDog Show Stratford Park

JUNE 09 2024Stroud Rotary ClubDog Show Stratford Park

23 amazing pictures from fun dog show in Stroud

The Long Table in Stroud is a finalist for a national award

The Long Table in Stroud is a finalist for a national award

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Update on race to save much-needed Stroud services and 50 jobs

Three senior cats CJ, Cosmo (Mo) and Maverick are all looking for their forever homes

Three senior cats CJ, Cosmo (Mo) and Maverick are all looking for their forever homes

Three senior cats in Stroud looking for their forever homes

Anna Simmonds from CDCH with poorly pooch Doris who needs two surgeries and has been described as a “gorgeous girl”

Anna Simmonds from CDCH with poorly pooch Doris who needs two surgeries and has been described as a “gorgeous girl”

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Appeal to help dog from area who can't breathe properly

'Vital' organisation supporting Stroud families in urgent search for new premises

Cotswolds Dogs and Cats Home has issued a warning about unlicensed puppy breeders

Cotswolds Dogs and Cats Home has issued a warning about unlicensed puppy breeders

Warning issued after new puppies arrive at shelter in area

Andy Jarrett (left) picks up £500 for the Nelson Trust

Andy Jarrett (left) picks up £500 for the Nelson Trust

Vital grants given out in Stroud

Hope for Tomorrow announces that former racing driver and motoring broadcaster, Amanda Stretton as a new ambassador

Hope for Tomorrow announces that former racing driver and motoring broadcaster, Amanda Stretton as a new ambassador

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Leading motorsport presenter's new role at Stonehouse charity

The Long Table in Stroud faces an uncertain future as the Brimscombe Mill site is set to be sold

The Long Table in Stroud faces an uncertain future as the Brimscombe Mill site is set to be sold

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Race to save much-needed Stroud services and 50 jobs

A new clothing bank for families has been launched at GL11 Community Hub in Cam

A new clothing bank for families has been launched at GL11 Community Hub in Cam

New clothing and toy bank launched for families in Cam and Dursley

Keepers Community Hub have been nominated for a Stroud News and Journal Community Award

Keepers Community Hub have been nominated for a Stroud News and Journal Community Award

Community Awards

Keepers Community Hub nominated for award

Residents and staff at The Orders of St John Care Trust enjoy time spent together

Residents and staff at The Orders of St John Care Trust enjoy time spent together

Planning for care in later life: what you need to know

Residents and staff at The Orders of St John Care Trust enjoy time spent together

Residents and staff at The Orders of St John Care Trust enjoy time spent together

Planning for care in later life: what you need to know

Action Coach team

Action Coach team

Coffee and cake helps Cuppa for Cancer Care to raise thousands

Minchoinhampton Golf Club

Minchoinhampton Golf Club

Golf club gets into fundraising swing

Nearly £19,000 and over nine tonnes of food were donated to charities across the area by shoppers, volunteers and staff at Tesco in Stroud

Nearly £19,000 and over nine tonnes of food were donated to charities across the area by shoppers, volunteers and staff at Tesco in Stroud

31 wonderful pictures showing the generous Stroud community in action

PDSA opens charity shop in Stroud High Street

PDSA opens charity shop in Stroud High Street

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New shop opens in Stroud town centre

Stroud Against Racism's AGM will take place at the Curio Lounge on Thursday, February 8

Stroud Against Racism's AGM will take place at the Curio Lounge on Thursday, February 8

Stroud Against Racism to hold meeting to discuss future plans

Guitar nearing completion surrounded by some of the volunteers who worked on it with Gavin Pond at Pi Guitars,

Guitar nearing completion surrounded by some of the volunteers who worked on it with Gavin Pond at Pi Guitars,

Music legend and activist to perform in Nailsworth for special reason

Over £3,000 was raised at a Christmas fundraiser in memory of former Queen Vic landlord Rob Thom

Over £3,000 was raised at a Christmas fundraiser in memory of former Queen Vic landlord Rob Thom

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Family and friends mark first Christmas without popular Stroud pub landlord

Henry Faure Walker, Newsquest CEO (left), with CEO of the NSPCC Sir Peter Wanless as Newsquest joins forces with the charity

Henry Faure Walker, Newsquest CEO (left), with CEO of the NSPCC Sir Peter Wanless as Newsquest joins forces with the charity

Newsquest announces £6 million support for NSPCC in anniversary year

Liz Ewart-James, Trustee at Home-Start Stroud & Gloucester, receives the volunteer of the year award

Liz Ewart-James, Trustee at Home-Start Stroud & Gloucester, receives the volunteer of the year award

'Tireless' and 'dedicated' Stroud volunteer wins national award

Staff will bowl for 12 hours straight on Sunday to raise money for charity

Staff will bowl for 12 hours straight on Sunday to raise money for charity

Staff in Stroud to bowl for 12 hours straight for important cause

Beaudesert Park School cheque presentation

(L-R) - Sheila Murray and guide dog Lexi, Beaudesert Park pupil Arabella, fair organiser Zahra Lucas, pupil Alexander, puppy trainer Lynsey Willis and puppy Zamba, and Miles Northwood and guide dog Nushka

Beaudesert Park School cheque presentation

(L-R) - Sheila Murray and guide dog Lexi, Beaudesert Park pupil Arabella, fair organiser Zahra Lucas, pupil Alexander, puppy trainer Lynsey Willis and puppy Zamba, and Miles Northwood and guide dog Nushka

Stroud school fair raises £10k for new guide dog puppy