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People of the Isle of Wight 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.

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5, July 2014·1 min read

Celebrate Joe’s life this Sunday and help the campaign reach £100,000 target

There are three live music events taking place on Sunday, all raising funds for the Joe Ellis Trust. One in Newport, one in Freshwater and another in Ryde.

4, July 2014·2 min read

Paddlers needed for Pier to Pier safety boats

Bob Cooper from the Pier to Pier Swim Race is hoping that OnTheWight readers may be able to help with this appeal for assistance. At least 80 swimmers may have to be turned away from charity event.

3, July 2014·1 min read

Ryde Pier cinema show will honour the memory of Joe Ellis

200 free tickets have been allocated and Wightlink hope that those attending the screening of the last Transformers film on the pier on Saturday will give generously.

3, July 2014·3 min read

Tesco work with Foodbank to launch the biggest ever food collection this weekend

Tesco aims to collect five million meals across the country this weekend to help families in need. You can be part of it by donating at any of the Tesco branches on the Isle of Wight.

3, July 2014·1 min read

Open invitation from family to celebrate Joe Ellis’ life

All are invited to help celebrate Joe's life at his funeral in Newport next week.

30, June 2014·1 min read

Live music and fantastic raffle prizes at Sunday’s Ludfest for Joe Ellis

As well as a full lineup confirmed, there are masses of excellent raffle prizes on offer during the LudFest for Joe Ellis next Sunday. Don't miss it!

30, June 2014·1 min read

Watch a blockbuster film on the pier and help boost the Joe Ellis Fund

Wightlink are offering residents a chance to see recent Hollywood blockbuster free of charge on the end of the Pier, whilst raising cash for the Joe Ellis Fund.

27, June 2014·1 min read

Young people to run car wash for charity on Saturday

Well done to all those taking part in tomorrow's charity car wash at Newport Fire Station.

Tara Chatsakis - Katie Radburn - Emma Collins

26, June 2014·1 min read

Hospice networking event grows at Newclose Cricket Ground

Over 20 businesses heard how they could support the Earl Mountbatten Hospice (EMH) during a networking event held at Newclose Cricket Ground, Newport.

26, June 2014·1 min read

Fancy a night of Swing, Skiffle & Blues?

Proceeds from this charity event will benefit two Isle of Wight charities. Sounds like it should be a good night.

26, June 2014·1 min read

Phoenix Choir sing in aid of the restoration of the bells

The concert hopes to raise money for of the restoration of the bells at St John's Church in Oakfield.

25, June 2014·1 min read

Sunflowers raise thousands for Hospice at IW Festival

Staff and volunteers from Earl Mountbatten Hospice proved to be top of the pots when it came to fundraising during this year’s Isle of Wight Festival.

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