We’re very giving

Islanders are incredibly charitable, perhaps it because of the strong community spirit. A week doesn’t go by without several features about Islanders trying to raise awareness or money for a charity.

They try all sorts of crazy challenges that capture the interest of others and help the cause. If you have some charitable news to share, get in touch.

Foodbank issue another urgent appeal

Foodbank issue another urgent appeal

Any non-perishable donations you can make over the next week would be very welcome at Isle of Wight Foodbank.

Friday, 24th May, 2013 1:20pm

By Sarah Hamilton

Community heroes recognised at awards ceremony

Community action awards:

Volunteers are recognised at Annual Awards ceremony for their hard work and dedication.

Thursday, 23rd May, 2013 11:23am

By Suzanne and Alan Whitewood

John Rayment’s 6,000 mile walk for Parkinsons

John Rayment:

John's challenge to walk 6,000 miles for Parkinson's charities finds him in Scotland.

Thursday, 23rd May, 2013 11:02am

By Deborah Cherry

Cowes RNLI Station opens to the public

Lifeboat station:

Find out more about the work of the RNLI at bank holiday open day in Cowes.

Wednesday, 22nd May, 2013 12:25pm

By George Chastney

Join in the music extravaganza at Lud Fest this weekend

Lud Fest Bands:

A fantastic line-up of musicians and bands are confirmed for this bank holiday weekend in Ryde.

Wednesday, 22nd May, 2013 11:33am

By Suzanne Mackay with 2 readers' comments

Lifeboat Lotto: Find out this week’s numbers

Lifeboat Lotto: Find out this week’s numbers

This week's numbers revealed. Join the Independent Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5,000. It costs less than a tenner a month.

Wednesday, 22nd May, 2013 9:22am

By Sally Perry

Find out how to take part in charity cycle ride

Cyclists:

Summer cycling challenge aims to raise cash to help set up a cancer support centre in Newport.

Tuesday, 21st May, 2013 10:06am

By Sally Perry

Unprecedented demand leads to cry for help

Discussing donations:

The last six weeks have seen the highest demand to date for Isle of Wight Foodbank.

Monday, 20th May, 2013 4:47pm

By Sally Perry with 7 readers' comments

Shoppers donate over £500 to Fire Fighters Charity

The Charity provides vital services for serving and retired fire fighters, fire personnel and their families.

Monday, 20th May, 2013 7:34am

By Sally Perry

Dimbola tearoom makeover wins national award

The hard work of volunteers at Dimbola Museum and Galleries over the last few months has landed them 'Project on a Limited Budget Award' at the 2013 Museums + Heritage Awards this week.

Friday, 17th May, 2013 4:13pm

By Gail Middleton

Find out why Michael and Andrew are riding 25,000 miles

Michael Smith

This epic journey will aim to raise awareness and hopefully money for this Island-based charity, 'Roll out the Barrel'.

Friday, 17th May, 2013 10:10am

By Dennis Jones

Isle of Wight Foodbank went the extra mile in their Trolley Push against food poverty

Trolley dash:

Last Thursday (9th May), local people, businesses, volunteers and supporters welcomed ‘Phil the Trolley’ to many parts of the Island as part of the first ever UK-wide ‘Trolley Push’.

Thursday, 16th May, 2013 3:18pm

By Sarah Hamilton