Charities
Worthy Causes
We may be familiar with the larger charities and the great work they do, but here are a few smaller ones that may inspire you to consider helping out...
Fare Share
Re-distributes surplus ‘fit for purpose’ food and drink to organisations working with disadvantaged people in the community
The Alphabet Club
Social club in Amsterdam and Madrid that raises funds for children living in impoverished conditions
Smile Train
The world’s largest charity for children with cleft lips and palates
Movember
Moustache growing charity to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer research
MacMillan Nurses
Improves the lives of people affected by cancer – patients, families, communities
Support Dogs
Helps adults and children with epilepsy, autism or physical disability lead fuller, more independent lives
New Economics Foundation
Independent think-and-do tank that aims to improve quality of life by challenging mainstream thinking on economic, environment and social issues.
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