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Now, more than ever, employers are aware that a successful company relies on happy staff and benefits can be a great way to increase morale and make staff feel valued. But they do not always come cheap and SME’s are, overall, feeling the pinch during these turbulent times. But ……there is a staff benefit which …

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World Cancer Day every 4 February is dedicated to raising worldwide awareness, improving education and catalysing personal, collective and government action. Let’s reimagine a world where millions of preventable cancer deaths are saved and access to life-saving cancer treatment and care is equal for all – no matter who you are or where you live. …

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The new campaign launches to support the nation’s mental health, as half of adults say they are more worried during this current lockdown than in March 2020. A new survey, commissioned by Public Health England (PHE) at the start of the current government restrictions, reveals the impact coronavirus (COVID-19) has had on adults’ mental wellbeing …

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Scottish children’s charity, Aberlour has published a new report which warns thousands more families are at risk of falling into poverty due to the economic impact of the Covid 19 pandemic. Aberlour issued the warning after the true extent of increased demand on its Urgent Assistance Fund was revealed in the new report, which was …

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Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity. They help around 200,000 cats and kittens every year through their national network of around 230 volunteer-run branches and 37 centres. On Tuesday 27th October they are celebrating the 10th anniversary of #BlackCatDay When the campaign was launched, statistics revealed that black and black-and-white cats took, …

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RSPCA are focussing on dogs in our second week of Adoptober. Coronavirus has seen a big increase in people looking for puppies, with online searches tripling. It’s great that many people are looking to rehome animals in our care, but during this time there’s also been a rise in puppy imports. We’re asking people to research before buying a puppy to avoid unexpected behavioural and health problems – …

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World Alzheimer’s Day on 21 September is part of World Alzheimer‘s Month. In 2020 we’re talking about dementia and urging everyone to join in the conversation by becoming #DementiaFriends or by showing support with a Payroll Giving donation. This World Alzheimer’s Month, we are highlighting the importance of talking about dementia. We want to raise awareness of how it impacts the …

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September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month (GCAM), a time for us to shine a spotlight on ovarian cancer – the UK’s most deadly gynaecological disease. A disease that’s often overlooked, misunderstood or misdiagnosed. This September, Ovarian Cancer Action will be dispelling the myths, highlighting the facts, and asking you to help us reach the 90% …

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Here at StC, we believe in showing our support for our fantastic charity partners not just by delivering creative and engaging Payroll Giving promotions to our employer partners but in our actions. Whether that is as individuals or as a team we regularly participate in fundraising events. This time it was Action for Children’s turn, …

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The RSPCA’s key workers have responded to 100,000 incidents* during lockdown. The animal welfare charity’s frontline officers, animal carers and vets have continued to rescue, treat and care for animals in need since the country went into lockdown on 23 March. During lockdown (24 March – 5 August), the RSPCA has answered 442,344 calls and dealt with …

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Bowel Cancer UK launched their new Never Too Young report which describes the results of a survey of almost 1,300 younger bowel cancer patients and their loved ones conducted before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key findings of the report show that the improvements achieved to date are still not enough: younger people with bowel cancer are …

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For the first time, Centrepoint are challenging us to STAY:UP all night to raise money for homeless young people.   Please consider taking on the challenge to support this fantastic cause. This is our chance to come together as a business for those who have been made especially vulnerable by the pandemic.   The challenge is to …

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We are aware that for many organisations coronavirus is creating a lot of uncertainty and this may be having an impact on your business and employees in a number of ways. Mind are here to support you.  Mind have put together some advice and support for you and your team to help manage your wellbeing during this …

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New research from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) shows that disabled people have been more severely affected by lockdown and are suffering higher levels of anxiety and loneliness. Lockdown saw families and friends up and down the country unable to meet and communicate face to face. Because of this, United Response launched their Keeping …

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The Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists has released official guidelines to outline information for pregnant women and new mums surrounding the recent outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). Try not to worry and follow any advice in these guidelines. We are updating this page as new information is published. What effect does coronavirus have on pregnant …

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Lockdown has isolated vulnerable children and young people from services and means they are missing out on vital support, Barnardo’s frontline workers say. In the biggest ever survey of the leading children’s charity’s services’ practitioners, respondents said that fewer children and young people were being referred into services, despite increasing need.Now Barnardo’s is calling on …

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Over the last year or two Shelter have been fighting to end DSS discrimination. What I mean by this is that a lot of people who receive benefits are not able to private rent, due to the majority of ads historically saying ‘no DSS’. This becomes especially hard when you consider the fact that 1.15 …

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Action Medical Research are launching an urgent appeal to fund research into COVID-19 and its impact on children. Whilst research is underway to help understand the disease in adults, there is a huge gap in the research specifically focusing on children and how the virus and pandemic affects them. Parents are living in fear of …

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Refugee Week is a UK-wide festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees. Founded in 1998 and held every year around World Refugee Day on the 20 June, Refugee Week is also a growing global movement. Through a programme of arts, cultural and educational events alongside media and creative campaigns, Refugee Week brings about positive encounters between communities, …

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Small Charity Week celebrates and raises awareness of the essential work of the UK’s small charity sector who make an invaluable contribution to the lives of millions of individuals, communities and causes across the UK and the rest of the world. It can be challenging from small charities to get their message out to the …

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The theme for 2020 is ‘kindness’. Mental Health Awareness Week is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health and mental health problems and inspire action to promote the message of good mental health for all.  Mental Health Awareness Week has been run by the Mental Health Foundation since 2001. How can I …

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Many charities are under increasing pressure during the Covid19 pandemic. Some, like Asthma UK have seen a huge increase in demand for their services and are appealing for support. We are encouraging employers to set up Payroll Giving and encouraging donations by matching up to £10 for the first donation. Hear from their Helpline

Make-A-Wish UK is proud to present its first ever fundraising concert, Make-A-Wish Presents: An Easter Music Eggstravaganza on Sat 11 April! It’s guaranteed to be a fabulous event and you will be helping this charity continue to make dreams come true for terminally ill children

In the UK, it is estimated that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss during pregnancy or birth. 60,000 babies are born prematurely. Tommy’s vision is a world where no parent is left devastated by the loss or premature birth of a baby. We research causes and treatments so that we can make pregnancy and birth safer for …

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Monday 17th February was Random Act of Kindness day. Celebrated across the world it also afforded a great opportunity for our employer partners to hold Payroll Giving promotions throughout the UK and Ireland. Great for employers, employees and their nominated charities. Here’s some other stories from the day to warm your heart

Child Bereavement are delighted to share their new Impact Film, highlighting the key things you have helped them to achieve in their last financial year. With your support, they have helped more bereaved families and professionals; they have made their services available in more locations and developed new ways for people to access support; and they have worked with schools …

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We were delighted to receive this email from one of our charity partners.Whale and Dolphin Conservation Jasmine Rennards sent a lovely email when we set up their online Payroll Giving facility “Wow I LOVE your link. So quick and the colours look amazing. Thank you so much!! Everything is perfect. I will add in the new …

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On 4 February we celebrate World Cancer Day 2020 – a day that unites people, communities and entire countries to raise awareness and take action. Cancer is a global challenge. In 2018, 18 million people world-wide were diagnosed with cancer. Today, thanks to research, 2 in 4 people in the UK survive their cancer for …

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