South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture organized a successful Community Race Day at Hamilton Park on July 16, featuring various activities for families, including crafts, sports, and history exhibitions. The event highlighted community engagement and received positive feedback from attendees, showcasing the partnership’s value in celebrating a century of racing support.
Three Blantyre organizations received significant donations from the Postcode Lottery. The David Livingstone Centre got £50,000, Liber8 received £75,000 for mental health services, and Blantyre Soccer Academy was awarded £30,000 for community sports projects. These funds will positively impact the local community, as noted by the organizations’ representatives.
Third Lanark Blacks 2020 is hosting a Sportsman’s Dinner at Carrigans, Blantyre, to support local youth football. The event features football legends, a buffet, raffles, and a live auction, with proceeds benefiting grassroots football for young players. Tickets are £40, promoting community involvement and positive sporting experiences.
Skate Rite, a community group promoting inclusive skating, celebrates receiving £4,500 from The National Lottery Community Fund. This funding will enhance their rolling sessions for disabled individuals and the wider community. It supports accessible venues, specialized equipment, and builds a stronger network for skaters, fostering a welcoming environment for all.
Over 50 police officers participated in the Glasgow Kiltwalk Mighty Stride, covering 22.7 miles to raise £18,582 for Maggie’s Glasgow, a cancer support charity. Inspector Alan Burrell led the initiative, highlighting the importance of mental health and community support. Maggie’s relies on donations to offer essential cancer care and support.
Redburn Farm Inn expresses gratitude for the Tub2Pub campaign’s success, collecting nearly 295,000 plastic tubs in early 2023. This initiative, supported by Greene King pub communities, has diverted waste from landfills and raised £10,122 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Since 2021, it has collected 88,435 kg of plastic and raised £45,369.
A recent survey by Children First reveals 64% of children in Scotland feel they spend excessive time online, adversely affecting their well-being. Many report it limits relaxation, sleep, and outdoor play. The charity calls for urgent action to protect childhood, advocating for better regulations, support for families, and investment in alternative activities.
Friends Lisa Stephenson and Sarah Murray, inspired by their experiences with cancer, are launching a pre-loved designer pop-up boutique in Edinburgh from May 14-17 to raise funds for Maggie’s cancer care charity. They aim to promote sustainability in fashion while offering discounted designer items, contributing all proceeds directly to the charity.