Scottish SPCA celebrates 180 years with call to the public for memories of its past
The Scottish SPCA is calling for the public to share their experiences of the charity as it celebrates its 180th birthday.
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North-east man sets sights on Machu Picchu cycle for children’s charity
A north-east man will undertake a gruelling 11-day, 235-mile cycle charity challenge through the mountains of Peru to raise funds for Scotland’s largest children’s charity.
Golf event raises funds for cancer support charity
A north-east golf club held a sell-out event to support a cancer support charity, following its successful children’s golf programme.
Aberdeen men to walk breadth of Scotland for charity
A group of intrepid hillwalkers will undertake the challenge of a lifetime when they attempt to traverse the breadth of Scotland on foot.
Thunder in the islands as 200 bikers descend on Shetland
The UK’s most northerly motorcycle parade has attracted more than 200 bikes and raised £9,000 for charity.
Cash windfall for north-east charity thanks to efforts of Buckie High School pupil
A north-east charity which helps people living with sight and hearing loss has received a cash boost thanks to an enterprising school pupil.
Aberdeen man climbs 50 Munros in 150 days for charity
An Aberdeen man who climbed 50 Munros in 150 days is finally putting his feet up after completing an exhausting 220 miles for charity.
Annie Lennox and Calvin Harris among Scottish superstars backing Aberdeen charity’s £3.9 million expansion
Huge names from the world of Scottish entertainment, including Annie Lennox, Sharleen Spiteri and Calvin Harris, have pledged to help fund the expansion of a north-east neurological care centre.
Animal rescue centre to open doors for volunteer drive
A north-east animal rescue centre will open its doors next week in an attempt to attract more volunteers.
Scout group to collect used crisp bags to help bring air ambulance to north-east
A group of Aberdeenshire scouts are hoping to raise bags of cash towards bringing a life-saving new air ambulance to the north-east.
Aberdeen stroke victim raises for charity which got him back on his feet
An Aberdeen man who had to learn how to walk again after suffering a stroke is taking part in a fundraiser to thank the charity who got him back on his feet.
Aberdeen company supports charity event after it helped colleague recover from stroke
A city business has stepped in to support a charity challenge which raises funds for heart disease and stroke sufferers, in honour of an employee who benefited from its help.
Appeal for volunteers to help charity that supports the elderly in Peterhead
A charity which supports elderly people in a north-east town is appealing for new volunteers, including someone to take over as its leader.
Charity tractor road run ending next year leaves more than £115,000 legacy
Organisers behind a vintage tractor run have confirmed next year will be its last.
Portlethen man embarks on Three Peaks challenge in memory of partner’s father
A team of adventurers has completed one of the most daunting mountaineering challenges in the UK in memory of a father who died after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
Aberdeenshire charity to shut branch after council funding cuts
A charity which offers advice on how to deal with poverty has been forced to shut an Aberdeenshire branch after falling victim to council cuts.
Jaguars to prowl around Drum Castle and raise cash for sick children
Dozens of iconic cars will visit an Aberdeenshire castle this month to raise cash for charity.
Aberdeen charity issues urgent appeal for new volunteers
An Aberdeen charity has launched an “urgent” appeal for new volunteers.
Sport Aberdeen teams up with the ARCHIE Foundation to help 200,000 sick kids a year
An Aberdeen sporting organisation has joined forces with a north-east children’s charity to help 200,000 sick youngsters a year.
Concerns over ‘fake’ charity fundraiser for deaf people in Aberdeen
The head of a national charity for deaf people has warned against a potential scam artist targeting well-intentioned people in Aberdeen with a fake fundraiser.
Peterhead FC donate strip advertising space to local charity
Peterhead Football Club has gifted its shirt sponsor to Friends of Anchor.
Abbie’s Sparkle Foundation helps its 200th family
A charity created by a Moray teenager before she died of cancer has helped its 200th family fighting with the illness.
Ex north-east charity boss wins £15K compensation after winning unfair dismissal case
A former charity boss has been awarded more than £15,000 compensation from her ex-employer.
Talented Moray performers boost fight against loneliness
A group of talented Moray performers took part in a sold-out show to benefit a local charity which seeks to combat loneliness amongst older people.
Six hardy souls brave tough Tomintoul terrain to fundraise for charity
A group of six hardy walkers from Tomintoul took on a tough challenge, navigating a tricky mountain pass, for charity.
Deeside dementia charity gets £12,000 boost
A Banchory-based company has donated more than £12,000 to a Deeside charity which provides support for people living with dementia.
North-east man just weeks away from gruelling UK cycle ride
A north-east man is just weeks away from embarking on a gruelling charity cycle which will take him across the length of the UK.
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National prize for north-east cancer charity volunteer determined to protect families from grief like her own
A north-east woman who lost her mum, sister, niece and aunties to cancer has received a national award for her volunteering.
North Sea oil firm donates £2,500 to help bring Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance to the north-east
A North Sea oil firm has donated £2,500 to help bring Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance to the north-east.
Gruelling Ben Rinnes climb raises more than £20,000 for Moray children’s charity
A group of walkers who attempted to climb Moray's highest peak 20 times in 48 hours have raised more than £20,000 for a local children's charity.
Charity sought to benefit from Moray Chamber’s big black-tie event
Local charities are being urged to put themselves forward for a chance to benefit from Moray’s biggest black-tie event.