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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.

Sandown and Shanklin Independent Lifeboat Crew with Bob White portrait on top

2, June 2023·1 min read

50th anniversary of Dave Howlett’s amazing adventure marked again by Islander’s journey and fundraiser

Bob will be doing the same journey to Alderney as Dave Howlett did 50 years ago, but in a bit more comfort

2, June 2023·1 min read

91-year-old Marguerite taking on a six mile walk in aid of Isle of Wight Mencap

If you can, please show your support

2, June 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight DJ and his sidekick raise £1,000 for Mountbatten

Alex Dyke said, "The Doc and I had a wonderful time reliving some very funny moments from the Isle of Wight phone-in"

31, May 2023·1 min read

Young trailblazer’s triathlon twist: Swapping swimming for rollerblading in Isle of Wight charity challenge

Ten-year-old Charlotte, an animal lover with autism, reinvents the triathlon to fundraise for the Isle of Wight Cats Protection charity

25, May 2023·2 min read

Scaling new heights: Youth Trust’s team abseil down Spinnaker Tower for charity

Eleven brave souls to abseil Spinnaker Tower, raising funds for the Isle of Wight Youth Trust's mental health services

The team who abseiled the Spinnaker Tower

24, May 2023·1 min read

Spinnaker Tower abseil: Local heroes rally to support St Catherine’s School and College

Twelve daring fundraisers abseil Spinnaker Tower for St Catherine's

Cowes Sailability – Steve Porter, WightAID trustee (left) and Nicola and Terry Young (right) present Cowes Sailability representatives with their donation.

5, May 2023·3 min read

WightAID donates nearly £6,000 to boost eight Isle of Wight organisations

Eight diverse Isle of Wight organisations benefit from WightAID donations, empowering community initiatives and inclusivity

26, April 2023·2 min read

Celebrating extraordinary volunteering: Island charity volunteer named Coronation Champion by Royal Voluntary Service

Congratulations to Sight for Wight volunteer, Ruth Hollingshead, who has been named one of 500 Coronation Champions recognised for exceptional volunteer work

Swim the Wight’s Sue Barker, Victoria Thorneton-Field, Liz Hennessy with Richard Slinn (Island Roads) and Samantha O’Rourke (Isle of Wight Foundation and Island Roads)

18, April 2023·1 min read

Tackling social exclusion: Apply now for Isle of Wight Foundation grants to empower your community

Isle of Wight Foundation seeks grant applications from local charities combating social exclusion by 9th May

17, April 2023·1 min read

AgeUK IW’s 50th anniversary tandem skydive challenge supports independent living for the older community

AgeUK IW marks 50 years and seeks daring fundraisers for tandem skydive; boosting independent living for older residents

10, April 2023·2 min read

Royal Hotel duo conquer mountains and marathons: A story of friendship and determination

Two Royal Hotel friends conquer Everest Base Camp and Brighton Marathon, raising funds for autism

6, April 2023·2 min read

Walking for a cause: Jo Smith and John Baker 70-mile Isle of Wight walk for John’s Club

Jo Smith and John Baker tackle a 70-mile walk, supporting John's Club Charity on Isle of Wight

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