Aldi UK donated over 1.5 million meals to charities this Christmas via surplus food. The supermarket partners with Neighbourly to tackle rising food bank demand. Discover how they support communities.
The Rainbow Foundation is launching free Warm Space events in Wrexham to help residents with the cost of living. Find dates, locations, and how to get involved.
Kent households can apply for a new £90 cost of living payment from Thursday. Check eligibility for energy or food vouchers from the Household Support Fund.
Amber Selvey, a paediatric nurse from Seasalter, launches 'Together in Grief', a monthly peer support group in Whitstable for parents who have lost a child. Funded by The Evie Dove Foundation.
Find out if you qualify for a £500 cost of living payment from the Household Support Fund this January. Eligibility extends beyond benefit claimants to working families.
Leading UK family charities reveal simple New Year resolutions for parents to boost children's wellbeing in 2026. From phone safety to emotional support, discover small changes with a big impact.
Hard-up families in Surrey can apply for combined support of up to £525 from Monday. Two separate council schemes offer cash and vouchers on a first-come, first-served basis.
Hard-up households across the UK can apply for emergency cash grants from their local council, even if not on benefits. Find out how to access the Household Support Fund.
Eligible Surrey households can claim £300 e-vouchers for nine major supermarkets from January 1. Learn how to apply for this Government-funded cost-of-living support.
Birmingham households can apply for special £200 cost of living payments. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim before the March 2026 deadline.
Surrey residents can apply for a new £300 Everyday Essentials E-Voucher from Monday 5th January. Check eligibility for the DWP-funded support to help with food and essentials.
Portsmouth households on low incomes can apply for a free £200 payment to help with energy and water bills. Check eligibility and apply before the January 29, 2026 deadline.
Derbyshire council is distributing £110 Post Office vouchers to eligible pensioners and low-income adults. Find out if you qualify and how to apply for the Household Support Fund.
Generous shoppers across East Anglia have raised over £7,000 for East Anglia's Children's Hospices' 'Help paint a smile' campaign, funding vital art therapy for children and families.
The Sunshine Fund unveils its 2026 calendar, featuring a Crazy Golf Day, Kielder Trek, and the iconic Sunshine Run. Book now to support local disabled children.
Low-income households can apply for £200+ payments via the extended Household Support Fund in 2026. Check eligibility and apply to your local council now.
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis explains how UK households can apply for a £200 grant via the Household Support Fund. Check your local council's criteria and act fast.
Relationship expert Dr Kathy Nickerson warns smartphones cause 'micro-rejections' that damage bonds. Discover the subtle signs and how to protect your connection.
Ofsted warns of a 'shadow market' in children's care, with nearly 900 investigations launched into unregistered homes charging exorbitant fees. Urgent government action is demanded.
Former soldier Dan Vaughan, who struggled after leaving the army, is rebuilding his life thanks to a veteran-specific HMO scheme in Solihull. Discover how the project offers housing and support.
Vulnerable Blackpool residents can apply for up to £300 in energy bill support. The scheme, funded by the DWP, runs until 31 March 2026. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
Joanne Lewis, 57, gives up her Christmas to answer calls on Marie Curie's free support line, offering vital emotional support to those facing death and bereavement during the festive season.
East Anglia's Children's Hospices hosted a magical Winter Wonderland in Milton, featuring Santa, laser shows, and festive activities, creating precious moments for supported families.
Bereavement counsellor Sharon Jenkins from Marie Curie offers practical guidance for managing grief during the festive season, including creating a 'Plan B' and establishing new traditions.
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
Redrow South Midlands' Community Fund has awarded £2,600 to three Cambridgeshire organisations, supporting youth sports and adult disability services. Discover how the donations are making a difference.
Struggling families in Leicestershire can claim up to £170 in free supermarket vouchers via the DWP's Household Support Fund. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply.
The DWP's Household Support Fund will pause on 19th December, with payments not restarting until 5th January 2026. Leicestershire residents are urged to check eligibility for food and fuel vouchers.
Plans for a new safe centre in Birmingham to house vulnerable children have been narrowly approved by councillors, despite concerns over the demolition of heritage buildings. The facility aims to address a critical local shortage.
Lifting Children's Hopes (LCH Charity) has delivered over 2,400 festive gifts to disadvantaged children and teenagers across the East Midlands this Christmas, combating child poverty.