http://www.charity.org.gg Information for charities, and about charities, in the Bailiwick of Guernsey en-gb mail@charity.org.gg (Webmaster) Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:12:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/rss/rss-agclogo.jpg http://www.charity.org.gg http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2010-01-14b.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2010-01-14b.htm The decision was taken last year that all future communications from the Association to its members would only be made by email. This will not only have a major saving in costs, but will allow much faster and efficient communications, and will allow the Association to become very effective in informing charities of urgent, or time sensitive information. Association Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:12:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2010-01-14.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2010-01-14.htm The 2010 Annual General Meeting for members of the Association of Guernsey Charities will be on Tuesday 20 April at Les Cotils. An agenda will be sent to the current registered contact in due course. Meetings Thu, 14 Jan 2010 22:57:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2010-01-05.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2010-01-05.htm Charities in Guernsey are reminded that applications for a share of the Christmas Lottery proceeds need to be completed by the end of the month. Lottery Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:53:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/lottery.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/lottery.htm The 2009 Christmas Lottery was the most successful in its history. Local charities can now apply for a share of the money raised. Further details and an application form are available on our website. Lottery Tue, 29 Dec 2009 23:10:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/meetings.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/meetings.htm There will be a special meeting for members on Thursday 14 January. Meetings Tue, 15 Dec 2009 19:35:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2009-11-06.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2009-11-06.htm The first prize in the 2009 Christmas Lottery has gone up for the third time in less than two weeks. The first prize currently stands at £331,000. Lottery Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:05:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2009-11-02.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2009-11-02.htm Lottery tickets went on sale on Monday 26 October with the first prize at that time standing at £300,000. During the past week sufficient tickets have been sold to allow the guaranteed first prize to grow to £312,000. Lottery Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:10:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/320.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/320.htm To promote, organise and run an annual regatta at Rocquaine Bay, Guernsey, for the benefit of islanders and visitors. This is operated without any entrance charges or other fees. Charities Tue, 05 May 2009 21:07:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/319.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/319.htm A Charitable Trust administered by Ogier Trustee (Guernsey) Limited, set up by FRM Investment Management. The Trust aims to assist Guernsey charities which have been set up to benefit local children and young people. Charities Tue, 05 May 2009 21:07:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/318.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/318.htm A Charitable Trust comprising members form Itex (Guernsey) Limited, Rotary Club of Guernsey and Rotary Guernesiais. The Trust organises the annual Itex-Rotary Walk (usually in early June) as a means to raise funds which are then distributed to charities in the Bailiwick. Charities Tue, 05 May 2009 21:07:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/317.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/317.htm The St. Peter Port Lifeboat Station is one of many stations operated by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). Charities Tue, 14 Apr 2009 21:07:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/316.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/316.htm Georgina's Gang has been formed solely for the purposes of supporting a young person, Georgina Pearce, who has the life limiting illness, Neimann Pic, remain in her home with family. Funds required for equipment and housing alterations to accommodate her disabilities. Charities Sat, 11 Apr 2009 22:45:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/315.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/315.htm The Association consists of parents and teachers of the the Vale Infants School, and exists purely to support the students of the school. Charities Mon, 09 Mar 2009 22:57:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/314.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/314.htm A charitable organisation dedicated to the care of Alderney's animals. Charities Mon, 09 Mar 2009 22:57:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/313.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/313.htm Wings social club offers support to individuals suffering from severe and enduring mental health difficulties. The club aims to promote and encourage members self esteem and confidence by, and through, social integration. Charities Mon, 09 Mar 2009 22:57:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2009-01-15.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2009-01-15.htm Local charities are reminded that applications for a share of the Christmas Lottery proceeds need to be made by the end of this month. The 2008 Christmas Lottery was the most successful in its 30-year history, with the jackpot reaching £553,000. Every year the proceeds of the Christmas draw are given to charities to enable them to undertake projects. Last year 25 charities in Guernsey benefited from the 2007 Christmas Lottery when they received a share of the £145,000 raised. This was the largest sum ever given to local good causes. The amount raised from the 2008 Lottery is currently being calculated, but the Association is keen to thank everyone for continuing to show such great support for the traditional Christmas draw. Lottery Thu, 15 Jan 2009 23:24:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/312.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/312.htm A charitable trust established to provide financial support and, when appropriate, practical support, to projects which aim to improve the quality of life for people in developing countries, especially Nicaragua. Charities Sun, 14 Dec 2008 22:07:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2008-11-30.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2008-11-30.htm With only two weeks until this year’s Christmas Lottery, The Association of Guernsey Charities is hoping that everyone will continue to support the draw, as all of the proceeds from tickets sold in the island will be given to local charities. Charities are also reminded that they should now start planning their applications for a share of the money raised from this years draw. Lottery Sun, 30 Nov 2008 22:02:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/311.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/311.htm The Guernsey Irish Association is a member led organisation with a desire to provide a platform to enhance social inclusion. Charities Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:53:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/310.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/310.htm Guernsey DriveAbility provides a Bailiwick of Guernsey based, specialist assessment and tuition service for people requiring advice, assessment, training or rehabilitative retraining in medical fitness to drive. Charities Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:51:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2008-09-25.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2008-09-25.htm The next General Meeting of the Association of Guernsey Charities will be on Thursday 16 October 2008, and will include a talk given by Richard Green, Assistant Administrator, Income Tax. This will concern all local charities as it is about the imminent introduction of official registration for charities and NPO's. The Association would strongly encourage all members to attend the meeting, as it will be an ideal opportunity to learn about the criteria for registration, and the procedures which will need to be followed. Meetings Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:51:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/309.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/309.htm Providing support for HIV/AIDS orphans and other vulnerable children and working alongside extended families and communities, ensuring social welfare programs for children. Charities Thu, 25 Sep 2008 20:57:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/308.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/308.htm The friends of St. James Association was formed in 1981 to bring about the restoration of St. James and then to administer the building as a concert and assembly hall. Charities Thu, 25 Sep 2008 20:55:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/307.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/307.htm The Friends aim to raise funds to help cover the cost of running the hospice. Charities Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:40:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/306.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/306.htm The Voluntary Organisations Group is a member group of the States of Guernsey Disability Forum. The Overall aim of the group is "equality in life for all people". Charities Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:38:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/305.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/305.htm Home-Start is a charity aimed at providing help and support to families with children under five years old. Trained volunteers within the home offer support and friendship. Charities Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:36:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/304.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/304.htm The Association aims to advance the education of the pupils of the school by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities not normally provided by the States of Guernsey Education Department. Charities Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:15:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/303.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/303.htm A private charity formed to support a needy region in eastern Zambia, which is familiar to the founders. Charities Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:15:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/302.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/302.htm A non-profit, self-help group, to provide support and information for people with Fibromyalgia, their family, and friends. Charities Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:15:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/301.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/301.htm One of two Rotary Clubs in Guernsey. Rotary Guernesiais is for women and men, and operates autonomously with guidance and support from Rotary International. Charities Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:34:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/300.htm http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/300.htm Guernsey Youth LBG aims to support young people in the Bailiwick, initially through the purchase of a property (known as Caves de Bordeaux) and the development of the St. Peter Port Centre for young people. Charities Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:31:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/299.htm The organisations aims are to raise sufficient funds to buy two ex-service ambulances (plus associated equipment) and deliver them in person to a selected hospital charity in the Gambia. Charities Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:29:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/298.htm G-CAN works with the people of Guernsey, their government, business, schools, media, and community organisations, to find sustainable solutions to climate change. Charities Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:20:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/297.htm Communicate Guernsey has been set up as a non-profit entity to provide certain services to people with social, language, or communication difficulties. Charities Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:16:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/296.htm A conduit to bring together volunteers, resources, employers, charities, groups, associations, and other organisations for the benefit of each other and the wider community. Charities Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:12:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2008-01-15.htm Local charities are reminded that applications for a share of the Christmas Lottery proceeds need to be made by the end of this month. Lottery Wed, 16 Jan 2008 23:55:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-12-11.htm Local charities are reminded that they should start planning their applications for a share of the money raised from the 2007 Christmas lottery. This year’s huge jackpot indicates that the local lottery is more popular than ever, which will hopefully mean more money for the islands good causes. Lottery Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:45:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-12-18.htm The jackpot for the 2007 Christmas lottery is a staggering £505,000 - the highest ever on the Channel Island Lottery. The popularity of the local lottery is good news for Channel Island charities as they will receive the proceeds from the draw. Lottery Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:25:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-12-10.htm The first prize for the 2007 lottery has now beaten all previous records. It currently stands at £462,000. The jackpot will continue to rise as more tickets are sold. Lottery Mon, 10 Dec 2007 23:52:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-12-03.htm The first prize for the 2007 lottery is now £391,000 - over £140,000 higher than the initial jackpot when lottery tickets went on sale last month. Lottery Mon, 03 Dec 2007 18:45:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/295.htm School parent teacher association for Amherst Primary School. Charities Sun, 02 Dec 2007 23:30:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-11-30.htm The first prize for the 2007 lottery is rising. It now stands at £370,000. Lottery Fri, 30 Nov 2007 22:50:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-11-27.htm The States of Guernsey Culture and Leisure Department have issued a briefing document concerning the UK Lottery, and its possible introduction to Guernsey. UK Lottery Tue, 27 Nov 2007 23:20:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-11-26.htm With less than one month to the 2007 Christmas Lottery draw, The Association of Guernsey Charities is urging islanders to show their support. Lottery Mon, 26 Nov 2007 23:10:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-11-23.htm The first prize for the 2007 lottery continues to rise. It currently stands at £300,000. Lottery Fri, 23 Nov 2007 21:55:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/news/2007-11-05.htm 2007 Christmas Lottery tickets are now on sale. Lottery Mon, 05 Nov 2007 19:10:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/294.htm Festive Decor is responsible for the ownership and annual erection/take down of the St. Peter Port Christmas Lights. Charities Thu, 01 Nov 2007 20:00:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/293.htm The organisation exists to champion the rights and interests of all people with an autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) and their parents and carers. NAS Guernsey is a voluntary organisation, all funds raised locally are used for local purposes. Charities Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:00:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/directory/292.htm The A.R.C. Worldwide Trust is a legally recognised charitable trust dedicated to enhancing the lives of children around the globe and assisting them to reach full potential as human beings, by advocating for their fundamental rights and implementing programs that provide opportunities for such rights to be met. Charities Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:00:00 GMT http://www.charity.org.gg/association/join.htm Details on how to join the Association Association Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:00:00 GMT