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Rotherham youth group leader calls for ‘vital’ funding and support from council

Rotherham youth group leader calls for ‘vital’ funding and support from council

by Ruth George | Mar 21, 2024 | Charity, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

A youth group leader has called for more funding from the Government and local councils as she single-handedly supports vulnerable girls in Rotherham. Michelle Roberts, 48, started ‘Rise Up’ after her work at a hostel highlighted a lack of personal...
Fortnightly men’s mental health walk coming to Sheffield

Fortnightly men’s mental health walk coming to Sheffield

by Ed Stansfield | Mar 21, 2024 | Charity, Front Page Highlights, News

A mental health charity that organises regular walks for men in an attempt to alleviate loneliness has expanded to Sheffield. Men living in the city are encouraged to take part and discuss any issues or problems they may have with the walk leaders and fellow walkers....
Dog found by RSPCA ‘barely alive’ finds new forever home

Dog found by RSPCA ‘barely alive’ finds new forever home

by Laurel Beach | Mar 21, 2024 | Charity, Uncategorised

A dog described as a “walking skeleton” when found in Barnsley has undergone a huge transformation in RSPCA care and found a loving new home. Luca was barely alive, terrified and couldn’t move when he was found by South Yorkshire Police in April 2023. RSPCA inspector...
Jon McClure announced as celebrity guest for Sheffield Wednesday fundraising event for the homeless

Jon McClure announced as celebrity guest for Sheffield Wednesday fundraising event for the homeless

by Amelia Cox | Mar 15, 2024 | Charity, News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

Reverend and the Makers frontman Jon McClure has been announced as the celebrity guest at the upcoming charity event Night Owls Sleep Over. Due to take place on Friday, 22 March, the Sheffield Wednesday Community programme has partnered with Roundabout to raise money...
Charity music event for refugees to be held in Sheffield tonight

Charity music event for refugees to be held in Sheffield tonight

by Georgia Cook | Mar 15, 2024 | Charity, News, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

Survivors of modern slavery and LGBTQ+ asylum seekers will be supported through an evening of fundraising for local charities.  Student Action for Refugees (STAR) Sheffield are hosting a Refugee Rhythms event tonight in a heritage site in Sheffield. The DJs and...
Sheffield charity delivering ‘safe place to sleep’ project after surge in demand for cots

Sheffield charity delivering ‘safe place to sleep’ project after surge in demand for cots

by Isobelle Castro | Mar 15, 2024 | Charity, News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

A Sheffield charity is working with the Mayor of South Yorkshire to ensure babies have safe places to sleep after hearing reports of infants sleeping in bouncy chairs and baths. Sheffield Baby Basics, Glossop Road, have seen a surge in demand after hearing families...
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