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Widower urges people to support Midnight Walk in aid of charity that gave his late wife 'a peaceful end-of-life'
Ross Wishart shares how St Elizabeth Hospice supported his family and why he encourages others to join the annual fundraiser.
Construction professionals tackle 300-mile power station cycle challenge
Around 15 cyclists from the construction industry began a four-day ride between nuclear sites yesterday, highlighting the sector's focus on mental health support.
New £200,000 funding scheme targets social mobility improvement
The Persimmon Charitable Foundation has launched a new funding programme to help organisations tackle inequality and improve social mobility across the region.
Ipswich Town legend hosts quiz night raising £1,578 for hearing dogs charity
Town legend Russell Osman led eight rounds of trivia at Kesgrave Community Centre, helping All About Hearing support deaf individuals.
Special event marks Suffolk Community Foundation's 20th anniversary
More than 350 guests gathered at the Apex in Bury St Edmunds to celebrate two decades of grant-giving that has distributed £46m across Suffolk.
Daughter's marathon tribute to honour hospice that cared for her mum
Rachel Cooper is turning personal loss into positive action by taking on the London Marathon to support St Elizabeth Hospice's vital work.
Local cancer survivor to abseil Ipswich Hospital this May
Ipswich man Joe Alexander will join fellow adrenaline junkies to abseil down the maternity tower at Ipswich Hospital on 3-4 May, raising funds for Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity.
Homebuilder's year-long charity campaign delivers nearly £4,000 for homeless
Persimmon Homes' Suffolk team has concluded their 12-month fundraising campaign for Ipswich Outreach, raising £3,795 for their Charity of the Year.
Ipswich charity launches Eurovision sweepstake to support mental health work
Time To Talk Mental Health UK has announced its annual fundraiser with a £2 Eurovision Song Contest sweepstake, with half the proceeds supporting mental health services.
Suffolk hotel chain partners with child abuse support charity
Gough Hotels, owners of the Salthouse Harbour Hotel on Ipswich Waterfront, has committed to a two-year partnership with Brave Futures, aiming to raise funds and awareness for children affected by sexual abuse across Suffolk and Norfolk.
260-year-old law firm celebrates anniversary with £44,000 charity drive
Ellisons marked its historic milestone by raising £44,460 for community causes across its five regional offices, with a particular focus on The Brain Tumour Charity and Essex Wildlife Trust.
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