Goals for Good: Community Spirit Shines as Farnham FC Hosts Dyslexia Awareness Week Charity Game

On Saturday, October 12th, Farnham FC took on Southall FC in a memorable match that united local football fans for an important cause: supporting dyslexia awareness. Held as part of Dyslexia Awareness Week 2024, the charity match successfully raised £100 for the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, which will go on to help many more individuals with dyslexia through support, resources, and advocacy.

This year’s Dyslexia Awareness Week theme, “What’s Your Story?” resonated deeply throughout the event, drawing football fans and community members together to share stories, raise awareness, and celebrate the vital work done by Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity.

Victoria Brighton, Individual Giving Officer at Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, expressed gratitude for the community’s support. “We’re deeply grateful to Farnham FC and all the supporters who came together to raise awareness and funds for dyslexia on the day,” she said. “Every contribution helps us continue our mission of supporting individuals with dyslexia.”

The match at Farnham FC was part of a series of events organized for Dyslexia Awareness Week (October 7-13). Other highlights included community gatherings at The Shed in Bordon and the Tes SEND Show in London. The week of activities culminated on October 13th with the Royal Parks Half Marathon in London, where six inspiring runners took on the challenge to raise essential funds for the charity.

By |2024-10-29T10:16:43+00:00October 29th, 2024|Fundraising news, Latest news|0 Comments

Tesco Community Grants – New Stores!

We’re in the customer vote for a Tesco Community Grant. This is a scheme giving community projects and small charities like us grants of up to £1,500.When you pop into a local store, it would be fantastic if you could put your blue tokens (given out at the checkout) into the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity slot to decide how much funding we get.The money we then receive from Tesco Community Grants will be used to support children and young people with dyslexia, giving them confidence and helping them succeed at school, college or university.

Which Tesco stores?

From the beginning of April, you can choose Helen Arkell at:

Tesco Express, 10 Salisbury Street, Fordingbridge SP6 1AF

Tesco Extra, Bourne Centre, Salisbury SP1 2NY

Tesco Express, 21-25 Castle Street, Salisbury SP1 1TT

Tesco Express, Wilton Road, Salisbury SP2 7HW

Huge thanks to everyone who has been supporting us in various Tesco stores around the country since last October – this really makes a difference!

You can find out more about Tesco Community Grants here.

By |2024-07-23T16:48:17+01:00March 27th, 2023|Fundraising news|0 Comments

Tesco Community Grants – New Stores!

We’re in the customer vote for a Tesco Community Grant. This is a scheme giving community projects and small charities like us grants of up to £1,500.When you pop into a local store, it would be fantastic if you could put your blue tokens (given out at the checkout) into the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity slot to decide how much funding we get. The money we then receive from Tesco Community Grants will be used to support children and young people with dyslexia, giving them confidence and helping them succeed at school, college or university.

Which Tesco stores?

From mid January until 31 March, you can choose Helen Arkell at:

  • Tesco Extra, Barnes Wallis Drive, Brooklands KT13 0XF
  • Tesco Express, Old Woking Road, West Byfleet KT14 6JA
  • Tesco Express, 15 High St, Knaphill GU21 2PG
  • Tesco Express, Guildford Rd, Woking GU22 7PX
  • Tesco Express, Station Road, Chobham GU24 8AQ
  • Tesco Express, Commercial Way, Woking GU21 6XR

    Huge thanks to everyone who has been supporting us in various Tesco stores around the country since last October – this really makes a difference!

    You can find out more about Tesco Community Grants here.

By |2024-07-23T16:50:56+01:00December 9th, 2022|Fundraising news|0 Comments

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