‘Even if someone can only spare an hour or two, their time and efforts would be hugely appreciated’.
The Scottish SPCA is appealing to kind hearted people in Edinburgh and the Lothians to volunteer and help raise funds for abused, abandoned and injured animals. Continue reading Volunteer and help Scotland’s animals
Sean’s stepping out for STV Children’s Appeal
STV’s popular weather man Sean Batty is to pull on his walking boots for a major fundraising challenge in aid of the STV Children’s Appeal – and is asking people in Edinburgh to join in. Continue reading Bright outlook: STV’s Sean to visit local fundraisers
July jolly hockey sticks fundraiser for Maggie’s
What is Stick it to Cancer?
‘Stick it to Cancer’ (SITC) is a fun hockey tournament designed to raise funds for Maggie’s. SITC will offer hockey teams the opportunity to participate in a Round Robin tournament. Teams are encouraged to dress as a super heroes to unite in the fight against cancer. In addition to the festival there will be an evening celebration at the Stewart Melville Clubhouse.
When is it?
Saturday 9th July. Registration is 9.00 – 9.30am with the first fixture starting at 10.00am. The tournament will run to 5.00pm. The evening celebration will start at 7.00pm and finish at 1.00am.
Where is it?
The hockey tournament will be at Edinburgh Academy’s Hockey pitches on East Fettes Avenue. The evening celebrations will take place at the Stewart Melville Rugby Clubhouse.
Who can play?
Anyone aged 14+. Each team can have a maximum of 10 registered players. This is a mixed tournament for all abilities. Please note anyone aged below 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the evening celebration.
How do I get involved?
To enter a team, please download a team registration form using the link here:
http://fucancer.co.uk/
and arrange payment of the entry fee by Friday 24th June.
Completed forms should be emailed to heather@fucancer.co.uk. The cost of entry is £200 and should be paid to at www.paypal.me/
How much does it cost?
The cost of entry is £200 per team. Payment using Debit or Credit card can be made at www.paypal.me/
What do I get for taking part?
Each team will have a timetable of fixtures to compete in on the day of the tournament. Each player will receive a Maggie’s Wrist Band. The Team Registration also covers entry into the Stewart Melville Rugby Clubhouse on the evening of the festival where celebrations will continue.
What do I need to take part?
You are expected to provide your own equipment. We would advise to wear shin pads, gum shield and appropriate sports clothing. Please see the rules regarding goalkeeper requirements. Balls will be supplied. Don’t forget your stick!!
Why do it?
All the money raised through SITC will go to Maggie’s. Maggie’s provides free practical, emotional and social support to people with cancer and their family and friends.
I have more questions, who can I speak to?
Please feel free to contact Heather at heather@fucancer.co.uk or 07762 777 439.
People with learning difficulties from across Edinburgh and the Lothians are to be given the chance to grill their local would-be politicians, thanks to an innovative hustings event being held next week. Continue reading Disability charity organises hustings event
World Autism Awareness Week
Saturday 2 – Friday 8 April
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As many as two-thirds of people with autism feel socially isolated, according to a new report. Research by charity The National Autistic Society Scotland has found poor public understanding of the condition is making some feel socially isolated and trapped in their own homes. Continue reading Too much information? Autism Awareness Week
Blackhall St Columba’s raise over £11,000 for The Yard
Disabled children and young people at The Yard in Edinburgh were delighted when their new playground see-saw opened last weekend in time for Easter, thanks to funds raised by Blackhall St Columba’s Church’s WATCH Committee. Continue reading WATCH out! New see-saw at The Yard!
St David of Scotland Episcopal Church in Royston Mains Place is holding a coffee morning and sale on
SATURDAY 9 APRIL from 11am
to raise funds to support UNICEF’s work with children in Syria and beyond and child refugees across Europe. All welcome.
Jamie Andrew, the Scottish mountaineer who lost both of his hands and feet after a mountaineering accident in the French Alps, has today launched one of Scotland’s toughest challenge events – The Push 2016.
The Push takes place on Saturday 10 September across the Pentland Hills. The event sees participants walk, jog or run across the Pentlands, choosing from one of three distances – 10 miles, 14 miles or 26.2 miles. With the combination of elevation, terrain and distances – the routes for The Push make this one of the toughest outdoor events in Scotland.
This year’s event includes new routes across the Pentland Hills, ensuring the event remains a tough challenge for all those who take part.
The Push is a major fundraising event for St Columba’s Hospice, a local palliative care provider in Edinburgh. The Hospice provides free end-of-life care to patients from across Edinburgh and the Lothians, and support to their families. Whilst the charity is based in Edinburgh it has a global impact on the development of palliative care through its dedicated Centre for Education and Research. All the care provided by the Hospice to patients and families is free and the Hospice must raise the equivalent of £22,000 every day to continue running.
Jamie Andrew launched The Push as his inspirational story will encourage those thinking about taking part in the event. 17 years ago Jamie was involved in a terrible accident in the French Alps. He was climbing in the Alps with his friend and they were caught out in a storm. After five days and nights clinging to the side of the mountain, the search and rescue services were able to rescue the pair. Sadly it was too late for Jamie’s friend and climbing partner who had died. Jamie’s life was saved through the amputation of both his hands and feet. Now, after a long recovery he is mountaineering once again through cleverly attaching equipment to his limbs to enable him to climb sheer rock races and mountains.
Jamie said: “The Push is a fantastic event and I am pleased to be able to launch it with St Columba’s Hospice. As a mountaineer I have taken on many challenges and have found that when I set myself a target it’s a great way to keep getting outside and training. The Push is a really great challenge for all those who participate, whether you do 10 miles, 14 miles or 26.2miles – set yourself the challenge and get training!”
Alex Sharp, challenge events manager at St Columba’s Hospice added: “For The Push 2016 we have new routes and a new start point, meaning anyone who has taken part before can do so again and have a new and amazing experience. The Push really is one of Scotland’s toughest challenge events, not only because of the height you will climb as you walk the hills, but also because of the distance and the terrain. The Push is also great fun – getting out on to the Pentland Hills with your team to practice and the atmosphere on the day make this a really special and rewarding experience for all those who take part.”
John Strachan, managing director of Maximillion Events, said: “At Maximillion Events we are delighted to be working with St Columba’s Hospice to run The Push 2016. We have been working closely with the team at the Hospice to ensure this year’s event is better than ever. We know that all the participants will enjoy the new routes and see the very best the Pentland Hills has to offer, as well as enjoying the great atmosphere created by the participants themselves! We can’t wait for the event to take place!”
To sign up to The Push go to www.pentlandpush.com.
Pictures: Neil Hanna
Memories are part of what makes life special and at St Columba’s Hospice, we understand how important the memories of those we love are to us, especially when they are no longer with us. Continue reading St Columba’s launches Forget-Me-Not Appeal
Prestonfield House Hotel – Friday 8 April
Comedian Fred Macaulay (above) is to host an evening of comedy in aid of St Columba’s Hospice. The event, Stand Up for St Columba’s Hospice, will also see a variety of top comedy and music acts take to the stage. Continue reading Stand Up for St Columba’s!
