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Family of Scott Hutchison launch new mental health charity to make Tiny Changes to Earth
The family of Frightened Rabbit singer, Scott Hutchison, has launched a mental health charity in his memory.
Making a difference this International Volunteers Day
‘Tis the season of end of term quiz nights, society balls, and Christmas ceilidhs. As the semester draws to an end and your time starts to free up again, why not look into volunteering opportunities?
Charity launches emoji jukebox
Scottish charity See Me Scotland has launched the world’s first emoji jukebox, aiming to help young people open up about their mental heath.
When Christmas presents give back
If you’ve been living under a rock the last couple of days, you might have missed the drama with YouTube star Zoella and her disastrous advent calendar. Asking people to spend £50 for a calendar that contains glitter and confetti is a little bit steep. If Zoella’s calendar has you in a rage, why not… Continue reading When Christmas presents give back
Reasons to volunteer
Many organisations and charities depend on volunteers to help with the day-to-day running of their operations, as recent economic problems mean they simply can’t afford to pay as many staff members – and more and more people are relying on their services. Here are a few reasons why I think you should consider giving up… Continue reading Reasons to volunteer
Coppafeel! Greg James signs up as the face of the Uni Boob Team
Greg James wants you to cop a feel in the new academic year – but only when it comes to your own bits, please. The radio DJ, presenter, writer, actor and all-round nice guy is encouraging the nation’s students to check their boobs for signs of cancer as part of breast cancer charity Copafeel!’s Uni Boob… Continue reading Coppafeel! Greg James signs up as the face of the Uni Boob Team
Nepal – how can I help?
When natural disasters strike, we’re often left feeling a bit overwhelmed by the scale of the destruction and the number of people affected. Turning on the news, we quickly realise how much need there is for the basics – water, food, blankets and medicine. Where do we start to help the many hundreds of homeless,… Continue reading Nepal – how can I help?
Donating my hair to sick children
It may sound weird, but I’m not afraid to admit it: my hair is my pride and joy. Last week, my hair measured 33 inches from root to tip. It’s straight, in great condition and golden in colour. Growing it became a bit of an obsession in its latter months – the longer it got,… Continue reading Donating my hair to sick children