Donate through Paypal on Wednesdays between 5pm and 6pm (until 18th June 2014) and Virgin Money Giving will match the donation amount (up to the value of £100)! There are 15.6 million people worldwide living with the consequences of rheumatic heart disease. Most of these people live in areas with severe social and economic challenges. There are 15.6 million people worldwide living with the consequences of rheumatic heart disease. Most of these people live in areas with severe social and economic challenges. The effects of rheumatic heart disease are severe and include: The tragedy is that with early detection and proper treatment many of these devastating complications can be prevented. Early detection is best provided by ultrasound of the heart (echocardiography). Our volunteers will travel to Cape Town where they will screen school students from rural communities for signs of early stage rheumatic heart disease. Aftercare and treatment will be managed by the team at Tygerberg Hospital. Echo in Africa is the humanitarian project of the British Society of Echocardiography. We are grateful for the support of our volunteers, supporters and fundraisers.
Mid-Cheshire Mind offers a service for people who have had or are currently suffering from mental health problems. We believe that given the right support every person has the capacity to make changes in their lives. We have self-help groups and encourage members to talk with each other.
D.O.M. works to empower those living in extreme poverty in two of the poorest states in India. Our projects provide sustainable solutions through free shelter, food, clean water, education, vocational training & health care with a commitment to help communities become self-sufficient.
Edmund Rice Camps NSW provides activity based recreational programs to young people aged 6-15 years in NSW who would not otherwise be able to access such activities due to disadvantage, marginalisation and isolation. Our programs are run by young adult volunteers who provide positive interaction and model positive behaviours in all activities. We aim to engage leaders in reflective action for others, as well as building their leadership, confidence, and engagement in the community. In so doing we hope to work towards a more just society.
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KidSmart's mission is to empower St. Louis kids in need to succeed in school by providing free essential tools for learning.
Good Shepherd Lutheran College is a Prep-Year 12 community serving the families of beautiful Noosa and surrounding districts. Drawing on more than 25 years of academic success and Christian care, Good Shepherd offers a comprehensive education which equips students to be compassionate, skilled leaders of tomorrow.
We are UK's first charity organisation training Assistance Dogs for British ex-servicemen and women with service-related mental health conditions. Veterans are training in partnership with dogs, strengthening their bond and understanding, leading to greater independence, improved self-esteem and increased quality of life." "Helping Lead Independant Lives"
FOREVER MANCHESTER is the Community Foundation for Greater Manchester. We invest money in Greater Manchester's communities to support local people who are trying to make positive change in their lives now and forever. Have you got a passion for Greater Manchester? Are you Forever Manchester?
Supports all local famillies who have a child with cancer or leukaemia. It is run solely by parents and volunteers and has no salaries or office accommodation to pay for.
Cancer Support Bradford & Airedale is a local independent charity providing emotional, practical and social support to individuals and families who find themselves on the roller coaster ride that comes with a cancer diagnosis.