Raising Funds for Local Causes
Church Walks Charities
Why Church Walks Charities?
We live in Church Walks, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk; we are not affiliated with any
particular church or charity.
We started our plant stall in 1999 in response to a request from the local Scout group.
After making £2,000 for them, continued to raise funds for other local charities, where our donation can make a big difference. We have to date raised over £67,000 for local causes
(see our proceeds page)
We have had a regular stall on Bury St Edmunds’ weekly market, at the Spring Plant Fair,
Christmas Charity Night and the Victorian Christmas Fayre, as well as opening our garden for
the Hidden Gardens of Bury St Edmunds. In November 2010 we put on an Art Exhibition in aid of St Nicholas Hospice. This was a great success and we hope to make the Exhibition a bi-annual event.
Due to ill health, we have now ceased the local markets and fairs
We live in Church Walks, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk; we are not affiliated with any
particular church or charity.
We started our plant stall in 1999 in response to a request from the local Scout group.
After making £2,000 for them, continued to raise funds for other local charities, where our donation can make a big difference. We have to date raised over £67,000 for local causes
(see our proceeds page)
We have had a regular stall on Bury St Edmunds’ weekly market, at the Spring Plant Fair,
Christmas Charity Night and the Victorian Christmas Fayre, as well as opening our garden for
the Hidden Gardens of Bury St Edmunds. In November 2010 we put on an Art Exhibition in aid of St Nicholas Hospice. This was a great success and we hope to make the Exhibition a bi-
Due to ill health, we have now ceased the local markets and fairs
LOCAL CAUSES WE HAVE HELPED ALREADY INCLUDE:
EAST ANGLIAN AIR AMBULANCE
The East Anglian Air Ambulance is a life-saving organisation which receives no government funding and so
is entirely dependent on fundraising and donations, providing a 365 day a year emergency service across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk.
Contact 08450 669 999 or visit www.eaaa.org.uk for further details.
The East Anglian Air Ambulance is a life-
Contact 08450 669 999 or visit www.eaaa.org.uk for further details.
HEARING DOGS FOR THE DEAF
Hearing dogs change lives. They alert their deaf owners to sounds we take for granted, providing greater independence, confidence and security. They receive no government funding, and rely totally on the generosity of individuals and organisations to continue transforming the lives of deaf people.
For more information go to: http://www.hearingdogs.org.uk
Hearing dogs change lives. They alert their deaf owners to sounds we take for granted, providing greater independence, confidence and security. They receive no government funding, and rely totally on the generosity of individuals and organisations to continue transforming the lives of deaf people.
For more information go to: http://www.hearingdogs.org.uk
INFORMATION
AGE CONCERN SUFFOLK
An independent, local charity offering: Help & information desks; Advice Service;Day Car Centres;
Befriending Services;Home Help;Lunch, Leisure Clubs and Local Link support services
For further information phone 01473 257039 or email office@ageconcernsuffolk.org.uk
WEST SUFFOLK HEADWAY
Support and rehabilitation network for people with acquired brain injury
Effects of brain injury are often devastating and can include physical disability, memory loss, speech problems and rapid mood changes. Activities include Woodwork, Pottery; Art & Craft; I.T.
and use of the Internet; Music & Movement; Drama; Adult Education; Cognitive Games.
Further information can be found at http://www.wsheadway.com or by telephoning 01284 702535
Support and rehabilitation network for people with acquired brain injury
Effects of brain injury are often devastating and can include physical disability, memory loss, speech problems and rapid mood changes. Activities include Woodwork, Pottery; Art & Craft; I.T.
and use of the Internet; Music & Movement; Drama; Adult Education; Cognitive Games.
Further information can be found at http://www.wsheadway.com or by telephoning 01284 702535
GATEHOUSE - CARING IN WEST SUFFOLK
Gatehouse helps those in material and emotional need, raises awareness of the causes of social injustice and provides practical help for disadvantaged families and individuals in the area .
Projects include:
Gatehouse Day Centres - for for isolated and/or housebound people , also those suffering from Long Term Neurological illness - a day of friendship, activities and a home- cooked meal.
Mildenhall Day Centre - for isolated and/or housebound people. Transport and lunch is provided.
Furniture Recycling Project - donated furniture is collected, checked and then offered to those in need. For more details telephone 01284 754967 or go to www.gatehouse.org.uk
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ST NICHOLAS HOSPICE - Caring for the terminally ill in West Suffolk
We support the Hospice through the annual Hidden Gardens of Bury St Edmunds, which takes place
every June, - opening our garden and selling plants and refreshments.
So far we have personally raised over £13,900 for this event.
We also ran a special Art Exhibition and Sale in 2010 for the Hospice [see Art Exhibition page]
every June, -
We also ran a special Art Exhibition and Sale in 2010 for the Hospice [see Art Exhibition page]
RIDING FOR THE DISABLED
Disabled children and adults can experience the joy of riding which helps both physical and mental confidence. Lessons take place with experienced tutors and volunteer helpers.
Disabled children and adults can experience the joy of riding which helps both physical and mental confidence. Lessons take place with experienced tutors and volunteer helpers.
THE PROSTATE CANCER CHARITY
We have raised £2000 for the Prostate Cancer Charity, which is the leading charity working with people affected by prostate cancer through research, support, information and campaigning.
To find out more go to www.prostate-cancer.org.uk or call 020 8222 7622
We have raised £2000 for the Prostate Cancer Charity, which is the leading charity working with people affected by prostate cancer through research, support, information and campaigning.
To find out more go to www.prostate-
SUFFOLK YOUNG PEOPLE’S THEATRE
Suffolk Young People’s Theatre, founded by the late Ray Dyer, is unique. It is a three week Summer School where young people aged between 14 and 21 years of age are challenged to develop a piece of theatre, worthy of public performance, in just ten days. Suffolk Young People’s Theatre has helped many young teenagers to realise their dreams in the theatre, but more than that, it has taught them to work together as a team to achieve a common goal. Go to www.suffolkypt.co.uk or call 01824 701934 for further details