Charity & Community Archives - Channel Eye https://channeleye.media/category/lifestyle-news/charity-community/ Business & Lifestyle News in the Channel Islands and Isle of Man Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:27:34 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://channeleye.media/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ce_favicon48px.png Charity & Community Archives - Channel Eye https://channeleye.media/category/lifestyle-news/charity-community/ 32 32 Channel Islands charities and community projects receive over £53,000 from CI Coop fund https://channeleye.media/channel-islands-charities-and-community-projects-receive-over-53000-from-ci-coop-fund/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:40:27 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71752 CI Coop has announced the recipients of its Spring 2026 Coop Community Fund, awarding £53,210 to charitable and community initiatives across the Channel Islands. The latest funding round includes £30,500 awarded to 31 projects in Jersey and £22,710 distributed to projects in Guernsey. The funding will support a wide range of community initiatives, including mental […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 5 June 2026 at 08:40 GMT.]]> The islands get moving with Better Journeys Week https://channeleye.media/the-islands-get-moving-with-better-journeys-week/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:30:10 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71746 Islanders across Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man swapped car keys for walking shoes, bike helmets, and bus stops last month as Better Journeys Week returned with a focus on connection. Better Journeys Week is an annual initiative organised by the Better Journeys Project and sponsored by Mourant. It aims to raise awareness of […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 5 June 2026 at 08:30 GMT.]]> Wayte Travel to sponsor Jersey disability golf star https://channeleye.media/wayte-travel-to-sponsor-jersey-disability-golf-star/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:45:18 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71736 Wayte Travel has announced a sponsorship partnership with Jersey golfer Adam Dalton as he continues to compete in disability golf events internationally. The 21-year-old, who was born with congenital limb deficiency, is currently ranked 20th in the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability (WR4GD), having reached a career-high ranking of 10th in 2025. Adam has […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 4 June 2026 at 08:45 GMT.]]> Jersey educational gaming project gains UK industry recognition https://channeleye.media/jersey-educational-gaming-project-gains-uk-industry-recognition/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:40:59 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71667 Kerb Kids, a Jersey-developed educational gaming project previously covered by Channel Eye in 2021, has been featured in specialist UK games industry publication MCV Develop. Created by Jersey-based developer Lapin Logic and led by Paul Arnold, Kerb Kids was originally developed as a road safety game designed to help children learn pedestrian awareness skills through […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 3 June 2026 at 08:40 GMT.]]> Jersey’s Charities celebrate the Islanders who keep our community strong https://channeleye.media/jerseys-charities-celebrate-the-islanders-who-keep-our-community-strong/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:30:44 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71670 The Association of Jersey Charities is marking this year’s national Volunteers’ Week by celebrating the extraordinary contribution made by volunteers across Jersey. They are also thanking every individual, business and organisation that gives time, skills and support to local charities and community causes. Running from 1–7 June, Volunteers’ Week is a national celebration recognising the […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 3 June 2026 at 08:30 GMT.]]> Jersey Island Geopark launches new series of Geowalks exploring 600 million years of Island history https://channeleye.media/jersey-island-geopark-launches-new-series-of-geowalks-exploring-600-million-years-of-island-history/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:30:19 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71594 The aspiring Jersey Island Geopark has unveiled a new programme of guided Geowalks, inviting Islanders and visitors to explore Jersey’s extraordinary story through a series of immersive coastal and countryside experiences. The walks form part of the Geopark’s ongoing mission to connect people with the Island’s internationally significant landscapes, history and natural heritage as Jersey […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 2 June 2026 at 08:30 GMT.]]> Guernsey Firefighters take on the Saffery Rotary Walk in full firefighting kit challenge https://channeleye.media/guernsey-firefighters-take-on-the-saffery-rotary-walk-in-full-firefighting-kit-challenge/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:00:39 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71622 A team of Guernsey firefighters will be taking on this year’s Saffery Rotary Walk in full firefighting kit. The team will share a breathing apparatus set throughout the challenge as they tackle the island’s iconic coastal route on Saturday 6 June. Firefighters Matt, Craig and Russell have signed up to complete the Walk wearing full […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 2 June 2026 at 08:00 GMT.]]> Summer wellness and music events return to Jersey Waterfront https://channeleye.media/summer-wellness-and-music-events-return-to-jersey-waterfront/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:30:09 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71616 Jersey Development Company is bringing back its programme of free summer events to the St Helier Waterfront for a third year. The programme, which runs throughout the summer, will include outdoor wellness sessions, lunchtime reading events and the return of the Hola Friday! music evenings at the IFC. This year’s schedule includes weekly yoga and, […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 1 June 2026 at 08:30 GMT.]]> Free, wearable QR codes to help people with dementia backed by Dementia Jersey https://channeleye.media/free-wearable-qr-codes-to-help-people-with-dementia-backed-by-dementia-jersey/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:01:47 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71573 A limited number of MiCode packs, each with a lifetime subscription, are now available to people living with dementia in Jersey through Dementia Jersey. The packs give families a simple, practical way to ensure the right support for their loved ones can be reached quickly in an emergency. The scheme addresses a concern many people […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 1 June 2026 at 04:01 GMT.]]> Peregrine Wealth renew Vive La Vallette sponsorship for a fifth year https://channeleye.media/peregrine-wealth-renew-their-vive-la-vallette-sponsorship-for-a-fifth-year/ Fri, 29 May 2026 08:30:56 +0000 https://channeleye.media/?p=71578 Peregrine Wealth has renewed its sponsorship of Vive La Vallette for another year, extending its founding partnership to five years. The renewal reaffirms the wealth management company’s long-term commitment to support Vive La Vallette’s mission to create an inclusive and accessible site that offers year-round free public swimming with a strong focus on personal wellbeing […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 29 May 2026 at 08:30 GMT.]]>