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Good News Shared highlights positive charitable stories from around the world. Read about inspirational people and amazing animals to enhance your mood
2023-01-20 12:14
Good News Shared speaks to Aasifa Usmani and Zahra Suleiman from The Faith and VAWG Coalition When it comes to the violence against women sector, faith isn’t a theme that… Read More
2023-01-20 07:00
As grave as tinnitus can be is as heroic as those involved at Tinnitus UK are. This charity fight ‘for a world where no one suffers from tinnitus’ — a condition where suffe… Read More
2023-01-06 07:30
2023 will mark the 75th anniversary of the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans, a remarkable milestone for a small charity which supports veterans throughout the UK. Founded in 1948 by three… Read More
2023-01-05 11:42
A pilot project has started in Ukraine to create a school to quickly help children whose school was destroyed by the war. The public school is due to open in early 2023, in Lviv, Ukraine, as… Read More
2022-12-23 07:30
The Christmas elves at Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, have been busy spreading Christmas cheer across the country by delivering gifts to the canine companions of peo… Read More
2022-12-16 13:54
The bray of donkeys may be heard across a particular hillside in rural North Wales this December as a trio of donkeys look forward to spending their first Christmas in their new home as part… Read More
2022-12-09 14:14
The National Theatre is touring a new production, Shut Up, I’m Dreaming, created by physical ensemble theatre company The PappyShow to state secondary schools across the country from 9… Read More
2022-12-08 07:30
The TerraCycle Global Foundation has cleared 581 tonnes of waste from waterways – roughly equivalent to the weight of more than 350 cars – in its first two years. The Foundation… Read More
2022-12-07 07:30
Six rescue dogs adopted from Dogs Trust recently enjoyed a celebratory night to remember as they graduated at Service Dogs UK’s annual accreditation event. The super… Read More
2022-12-06 07:30
Rare butterflies and bees will find refuge in the countryside on the Dorset – Hampshire border after two new butterfly banks were created on the Martin Down Farmer Cluster. The chalk b… Read More
2022-12-01 14:00
A £1 million prize fund has been launched to reward bold ideas with the potential to transform education and learning in the UK as new research reveals that two-thirds (64%) of 18-25-y… Read More
2022-12-01 13:31
Reg Pye, 99, from Burry Port, served with the 224 Field Company, Royal Engineers as a driver carrying sappers, mines and ammunitions. He landed on Sword beach on D Day plus 14 and one night… Read More
2022-10-22 09:26
Four extra special police dogs are celebrating after being recognised for their crime fighting achievements by the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs … Read More
2022-10-19 06:30
Run exclusively by people with experience of homelessness, the world’s only Museum of Homelessness (MoH) is set to move into Manor House Lodge, Finsbury Park, next spring. Ironically… Read More
2022-10-17 08:59
Around 8,000 school pupils felt the full force of an inspirational learning experience delivered by experts at London’s prestigious Science Museum. The React Foundation Annual Science… Read More
2022-10-16 13:30
At the start of September, Hawai’i shut down its dirtiest source of electricity: the state’s last remaining coal-fired power station, known as the AES Hawai’i Power Plant… Read More
2022-09-29 06:30
Thanet Iceberg Project has provided 35 beds for local income families who had previously been sleeping on the floor. Established in 2018, Thanet Iceberg Project helps individuals and… Read More
2022-09-28 10:00
Nearly 55 million people are now living with dementia worldwide, with research showing that this number is expected to increase to 78 million in 2030 and 139 million by 2050. More than 850,0… Read More
2022-09-24 02:58
A 61-year-old man recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer has completed a charity microlight flight to raise funds for the Brain Tumour Charity. Jamie Fairweather had just… Read More
2022-09-23 06:30
Near the grandeur of St Pancras Station and idyllic Regent’s Canal, a former laundry building now provides a week’s food shop for just £3.50 with coffee, soup and socialisi… Read More
2022-09-21 06:30
“As-salamu-alaykum sisters, kaiso ho?” greets Elyas Ismail, Chief Operating Officer of the Newham Community Project, as he signals expecting women to move to the front… Read More
2022-09-15 06:30
Over 6,200 suicides were registered in the UK in 2020 alone. On average, two construction workers take their own lives every working day. It is vital we open up this conversation, and Mates… Read More
2022-09-08 09:57
Documentary makers spent a day sailing off Cowes with an Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust crew including Macy Boyling (22) who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia at just six years… Read More
2022-09-01 06:57
Despite the rising cost of living, 1 in 3 people in the UK increased their charitable donations in the past two years, according to a white paper published by Human Appeal in June 2022. The… Read More
2022-08-28 06:30
Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust Cardiff as they celebrate a year of rehoming dogs across Wales and beyond. Since the state-of-the-art rehoming centre started finding loving homes for do… Read More
2022-08-25 16:06
When WWII Veteran Bill Gladden heard that terrier Cody was having a difficult time finding a new home, he offered to he offered to paint the one-year-old dog. He hoped his portrait might hel… Read More
2022-08-21 18:00
You may have seen Laura in our Valentine’s day profile, with her husband Sagar. We covered their beautiful wedding story and there were lots of joyous photos of the happy couple. At th… Read More
2022-08-11 09:38
Vodafone has pledged to provide more than 50,000 free SIMs, worth a total of £4,500,000, to charities working with homeless people across the UK through its charities.connected&nb&hell…Read More
2022-07-27 06:30
DogsnHomes Rescue, a UK charity, is proud to be working in partnership with US non-profit Ukrainian War Animals Relief Fund (ARF) to help companion animals in Ukraine. Nearly seven million p… Read More
2022-07-25 06:30
A pair of white-tailed eagles on Mull have recently celebrated their 25th anniversary by successfully fledging their 25th chick. Skye and Frisa are the UK’s oldest known whit… Read More
2022-07-20 06:30
A remarkable 6,000 tails are wagging at Dogs Trust, as the charity celebrates the 6,000th puppy enrolled onto its innovative research study, Generation Pup. It is the first ever study of its… Read More
2022-07-14 06:30
The Donkey Sanctuary has developed a pioneering suckling system to help the natural development of orphaned foals in its care. The idea came from one of the charity’s grooms who had ex… Read More
2022-07-13 06:30
9 children in every classroom of 30 were living in poverty pre-pandemic- that’s 4.3 million children across the UK who had limited access to food, menstruation products and other livin… Read More
2022-07-06 06:30
With disabled people frequently paying more than double the energy bills of the wider public, and many social care workers struggling with escalating prices, a unique campaign has been launc… Read More
2022-07-05 12:37
A National Youth Summit is being held to offer young people the chance to explore radical solutions to the big topics of the day – from job security and mental health, to climate actio… Read More
2022-06-24 06:30
The turtle dove is the fastest-declining UK species, with numbers falling by 98% since the 1970s. Last year, almost 1,000 volunteers, farmers, study groups, county bird clubs and other organ… Read More
2022-06-23 06:29
Following a successful pilot phase that began in Autumn 2021, the National Theatre’s Speak Up programme will expand to work with nearly 140,000 young people in 55 secondary s… Read More
2022-06-21 06:31
Many people consider their pets their family. For older adults, the bond often runs deeper. Their kitty or canine companion might stand between them and devastating loneliness. However, it c… Read More
2022-06-14 06:30
Tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees have fled their homes following the Russian invasion and are now living in the UK. Over 60,000 people fleeing Ukraine have now arrived in the UK &ndas&hell…Read More
2022-06-08 06:27
Three times Ryder Cup Captain Bernard Gallacher OBE is calling for defibrillators to become as common as smoke alarms after he was saved by one when he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. &hell…Read More
2022-06-07 12:11
A dog left tied to the gates of Dogs Trust Merseyside has found happiness at the heart of a new forever family. Kilo, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, was found by staff in March at… Read More
2022-06-02 06:30
On Wednesday, 1 June 2022, residents and staff at the Epilepsy Society had more than one reason to celebrate at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee street party. Not only has the Queen been p… Read More
2022-06-02 06:30
London-based leading children’s rights organisation, Coram Voice has revealed the winners of the seventh edition of Voices. On Saturday 21 May, the national creative wri… Read More
2022-06-01 06:30
At Bookmark Reading, reading isn’t just about books. The literacy charity gives children the reading skills and confidence they need for a fair chance at life. The charity will be deli… Read More
2022-05-31 06:30
Three animal-loving celebrities, comedian Bill Bailey, actor and TV presenter David Harewood MBE, and Paralympian Lauren Steadman MBE (with her rescue dog Kira), have teamed u… Read More
2022-05-30 06:30
A care home resident had her wish granted when she took the plunge and went swimming for the first time in decades at Ponds Forge International Leisure Centre. Eighty-six-year-old Edit… Read More
2022-05-27 06:30
School in a Bag has helped thousands of children around the world who are deprived of an education. Until now, they have funded over 129,000 schoolbags across 50 countries worldwide. The Som… Read More
2022-05-26 06:30
With millions of vulnerable elderly people at home with limited social contact, a new online service could offer them a valuable trip down memory lane. Dubbed “Netflix for Seniors&rdqu&hell…Read More
2022-05-25 06:30
Registered as a charity since 2005, Dalit Solidarity Network UK (DSN-UK) campaigns against the atrocities and poverty that over 260 million Dalits suffer due to caste discrimination. Their v… Read More
2022-05-24 06:30
Uroosa Arshid, a firefighter at the Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, has received the award for the ‘Young Person Role Model Award’ at the Women in the Fire Service Award… Read More
2022-05-23 06:30
Losing a child is a parent’s worst heartbreak, yet the founder of The Luca Foundation, Sharon Luca-Chatha, is “bringing light” and the gift of precious time to bereaved fam… Read More
2022-05-20 06:30
Anyone who has used stock images will know that, when it comes to certain demographics, there isn’t much choice. We are thrilled that The Centre for Ageing Better has launched a free l… Read More
2022-05-19 06:30
Indy, the two-year-old open search dog is helping the fight against poaching and wildlife crimes. Dogs 4 Wildlife initially trained the spaniel as a Bush Meat Detection dog. She&rs&hell…Read More
2022-05-18 06:30
To mark the opening of the new Attic Self Storage local primary students are being asked to draw or paint a picture depicting the ‘Beauty of Beckton.’ For each artwork received… Read More
2022-05-17 13:20
School children across the UK will join celebrities in an attempt to set an official Guinness World Records title by taking part in a mass ‘number roll’ to celebrate Nationa… Read More
2022-05-17 06:30
The Ashiana Community Project are at the helm of bridging inequality gaps in Sparkhill, Birmingham. By and large, their services centre on social determinants which contribute to a better qu… Read More
2022-05-16 06:30
Alzheimer’s Society is launching a new campaign this Dementia Action Week to encourage people across the country to seek a dementia diagnosis if they are experiencing symptoms. An emot… Read More
2022-05-14 06:30
Four years after the Domestic Abuse Bill was first announced in the Queen’s Speech, it finally became law on 30th April 2021. A year on, Good News Shared speaks to campaigners about wh… Read More
2022-05-13 14:01
Stonebridge City Farm is an inner-city farm located in St Ann’s in Nottingham, one of the most deprived areas of the United Kingdom. Set up over 40 years ago, the farm is run as a comm… Read More
2022-05-13 06:30
Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft-focused charity, and Scottish charity, Kids Operating Room (KidsOR) have announced a major milestone in their global partners… Read More
2022-05-12 06:30
Pop group Steps started the year off at number one with their hit single Tragedy. The Euro was launched, the London Eye opened to the public, and people were worried about the Millenium… Read More
2022-05-11 06:30
Comedian John Bishop is joining forces with the Month of Community initiative to encourage people to “Say Hello” and make new connections with their neighbours, celebra… Read More
2022-05-06 06:30
On Thursday 7 April 2022, the UK House of Lords passed the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill. This Bill is considered as a fundamental step towards animal welfare, since seafood, such as crab… Read More
2022-05-05 06:30
Set up with the intention that no one should have to spend a night on the streets, Together in Barnet (TiB), are providing a much-needed welcoming space for Londoners away from the outdoors… Read More
2022-05-04 06:30
The Together Trust, hosts an exhibition at Manchester Central Library, exploring the 150-year history of one of the North West’s leading disability charities. Supported by The Nat… Read More
2022-05-03 14:23
On the 28th April, 2022, The Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill was passed into British law after receiving formal Royal Assent. The Animal Welfare Bill recognises that animals are complex livi… Read More
2022-04-28 06:30
The Driving Health Futures project by Barnardo’s is supporting families to create healthy meals together and has the backing of Great British Bake-Off finalist Ruby Bhogal. A rec… Read More
2022-04-27 13:07
After seeing the nation coming together over the past two years like never before, Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland is celebrating volunteers, charities, and organisations’ communit… Read More
2022-04-22 06:30
International Animal Rescue (IAR), based in Uckfield, East Sussex, rescues orangutans, most of which have been kept captive as pets and undergo years of rehabilitation so that they can be re… Read More
2022-04-21 06:30
BanktheFood are on a mission to ensure foodbanks have exactly what they need when they need it. The UK charity hopes to solve the communication issues in real-time supply and demand. A shock… Read More
2022-04-20 06:30
CareDogs, the South London-based charity, has launched a befriending service this Spring after a successful pilot last year. The volunteer-run dog charity operates within the boroughs of Lam… Read More
2022-04-18 06:27
34 primary school children from West Cumbria were given the rare opportunity of presenting their work to students and lecturers at the University of Oxford’s Jesus College. The visit w… Read More
2022-04-15 12:30
Life in a war zone brings unimaginable horrors. These only increase if you rely on certain medications and procedures to live but can no longer access the vital services necessary for your s… Read More
2022-04-14 06:30
Fashion and politics have always been a favourite pairing. In the case of HYPEPEACE, Jennivi Jordan and Michael Lecocq’s streetwear label, fashion is used as a tool that transcends sup… Read More
2022-04-13 10:34
Men aged 40–54 have the highest suicide rates in the UK and local research has identified that one of the most common suicide ‘at risk’ groups in the Kent region are those… Read More
2022-04-08 06:30
Together in Barnet (TiB) are providing a much-needed welcoming space for Londoners away from the streets. Set up with the intention that no one should have to spend a night on the streets, t… Read More
2022-04-06 06:30
Are you getting ready to host a refugee or asylum seeker? A collection of free-to-use, jargon-free, educational resources has been created to help people wanting to host Ukrainian refugees i… Read More
2022-04-04 06:30
Zahid Bhatti, a businessman from Birmingham, sprung back from chronic kidney disease illness and has since inspired many to do good for their community. Having experienced kidney failure, Za… Read More
2022-04-02 12:00
For World Autism Acceptance Week, Good News Shared speaks to Perfectly Autistic, a platform dedicated to people, parents and partners on their autism journey. Founders Hester and Kelly Grain… Read More
2022-04-01 06:30
Preply, the language learning app and e-learning platform launched their ‘Messages to Ukraine’ project to help people show their solidarity with Ukraine and communicate directly… Read More
2022-03-31 06:30
A severely underweight donkey whose bones could be seen through her thick winter coat is now looking forward to a brighter future. After a concerned member of the public raised the alarm in… Read More
2022-03-28 10:03
It has been another record-breaking year for Bitterns, the loudest bird in Britain, with 228 booming males counted in 2021. A member of the heron family, Bitterns went extinct across t… Read More
2022-03-24 07:30
Team BRIT was set up in 2015 with the aim of becoming the first ever all-disabled team to race in the Le Mans 24-hour endurance race. It supports people with physical and psychological chall… Read More
Meet Gulnaz Brennan, Founder Of She Inspires: Celebrating The Next Generation Of Inspirational Women
2022-03-23 07:30
“Everything that we do at She Inspires Foundation is a small building block to creating a bridge for those in need to the help that could really make the difference. Sometimes between… Read More
2022-03-22 09:00
On World Water Day, Tuesday 22nd March, charity: water are taking to the streets of London to let the public know how they can help be part of the solution. A group of supporters will b… Read More
2022-03-22 07:30
Football is the most popular sport in the UK, with the English Premier League attracting billions of viewers from across the globe each year. It is also viewed live in stadiums and grounds a… Read More
2022-03-21 07:30
Where can you go when your family rejects you because of your gender or sexual identity? Members of the Louisville, Kentucky area can report to the Louisville Pride Foundation’s new lo… Read More
2022-03-15 07:30
A Dogs Trust Canine Carer who puts her heart and soul into helping nervous dogs at Darlington Rehoming Centre has been praised for her dedication to her role. Michelle Graham, who has worked… Read More
2022-03-11 07:30
Creating Nature’s Corridors (CNC) is on a mission to rewild corridors of land in the UK. Good News Shared speaks to founder, Vhari Russell, on her charity with the sole purpose of plan… Read More
2022-03-10 07:30
Kate Hardcastle MBE, founder of Women in Sport North (WISN), pioneers inclusivity in sport for women and girls in the UK. When Kate’s not at her day job as the leading ‘go-to&rsq&hell…Read More
2022-03-09 07:30
Last month marked the 15th anniversary of Premier League Kicks, the community programme established by the English Premier League with the aim of inspiring young people to reach their full p… Read More
2022-03-08 07:30
This International Women’s Day we’re highlighting the incredible 82-year-old Gina Harris, the oldest woman preparing to cycle the length of Britain for charity. Harris, from Birm… Read More
2022-03-07 07:30
A group of four business students from the University of Regina launched the social enterprise Sask Masks at the height of the pandemic, dually supporting local communities and quelling the… Read More
2022-03-06 08:24
In Australia, the Humpback Whale has been removed from the list of threatened species, a triumphant win after 60 years of conservation efforts. In an article by The Guardian, Australia… Read More
2022-03-05 08:56
When times are easy, a gratitude practice can feel easy, and sometimes even a bit pointless. It’s such a good routine to get into though. One important reason is that it will pay divid… Read More
2022-03-04 07:30
After a long and stressful two years, news of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has left many of us feeling completely drained and helpless. To make things worse, social media has been floo… Read More
2022-03-03 07:27
Fast fashion is on the rise and 25-year-old Laura Young is on a mission to help reverse the trend. With a background in environmental science and a regular contributor on Sky News Daily Clim… Read More
2022-03-02 07:30
Zachary suffers from Menkes – a condition which affects around one in 250,000 children. Menkes causes a deterioration of the nervous system and stunts physical development at a n… Read More
2022-03-01 10:01
The first time I experienced runner’s high, I was in a blissful state but also confused. Having played football competitively for the majority of my youth, I was well aware of the posi… Read More
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