The Big Give #ChristmasChallenge

Your Donation Will Be DOUBLED This December !

We’re very excited to let you know that we have been selected to participate in this year’s Big Give #ChristmasChallenge.

That means that every donation made to our campaign via BigGive.org during the week of 2 – 9 December, will be doubled.

All donations to Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity will be matched £1 for £1 through the #ChristmasChallenge, helped by our group of incredible pledgers and our champion match funder, AKO Foundation.

Your donation of £10 turns into £20, your £50 into £100 – and so on!

So whatever you can give, no matter the size, every donation will make double the difference helping us to deliver specialist support for people with dyslexia.

What can you do now?

✅ Starting today at midday and running until 9 December, make a donation to the Big Give’s #ChristmasChallenge here. The donate button will appear on the Big Give Helen Arkell page when the campaign starts at 12pm (midday) today.

Share the campaign with friends, family, or on social media – anyone who may want their donation doubled!

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at fundraising@helenarkell.org.uk

Thank you so much for your support – together, we can make twice the impact in 2026!

Watch the Big Give Video here! Backhand index pointing down

Q & A’s

1) Online donations to participating Charities received during the live campaign will be matched initially by pledge funds. Once a Charity has used all of its pledge funds, donations will be matched by Champion funds until Champion funds are exhausted or until the campaign ends, whichever is sooner.

2) Once our Charity pledge funds and Champion funds have been exhausted, our donation page on the Big Give website will clearly state that any subsequent donations will not be matched. Donors will still be encouraged to make an unmatched donation.

3) All donations made during the campaign must be made online via Big Give’s website without exception. Donations must be made via a Charity’s donation page on Big Give’s website, for the project which has been accepted into the campaign.

4) The minimum single donation that can be made during the campaign is £1. The maximum donation made during the campaign using a credit or debit card is £25,000. The largest donation made using our donation funds feature is £500,000.

5) A donation is eligible to be matched if it is made through the Charities campaign when the campaign is live and if there is sufficient funding available in the match fund for the selected Charity.

6) Once matching funds are reserved, donors will have 25 minutes to complete their donation. If the donation is not completed within 25 minutes, the Donor will be notified, and the match funding will be released back into the match fund for said Charity.

A message from Mia

Mia tells us why this campaign will help more children like her.

By |2025-12-03T17:01:09+00:00November 28th, 2025|Fundraising news, Homepage featured, Latest news, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The Big Give #ChristmasChallenge

Congratulations Caroline!

Congratulations to our amazing supporter Caroline who successfully completed the New York Marathon earlier this month, raising funds for dyslexia awareness.
This is the second time Caroline has run the marathon, both for ourselves and The Children’s Dyslexia Center of New Jersey.
Caroline completed the course in 4 hours and 47 minutes, inspired by her son George, who is thriving thanks to the support of specialist charities.
And as if one marathon wasn’t enough, Caroline is doing it all again (this side of the pond!) running the London Marathon in April 2026, for Helen Arkell.
She’s truly inspiring!
Read her full story and support her fundraising here 👇
Inspired by Caroline’s story? Take on a challenge for dyslexia!
Visit our events page to find a challenge!
By |2025-11-14T15:07:36+00:00November 14th, 2025|Fundraising news, Homepage featured, Latest news, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Congratulations Caroline!

Support from Spinach!

We’re incredibly proud to be supported by Spinach! 💚

We are pleased to announce that Spinach, an independent family run small chain of restaurants and shops in East Dulwich and Crystal Palace, is now supporting Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity.

Spinach, whose founder Mel and several team members have dyslexia, have decided to help us following an assessment that one of their team had from Helen Arkell.

As they were only diagnosed as adults, they feel that they spent meant years of feeling “not good enough”… when all they needed was the right support.

Spinach are kindly supporting Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity via donations in their restaurant, helping children get the support they need early on.

If you are in the area, pop in, grab something delicious, and donate if you can.  They also have a Just Giving page: Spinach London is fundraising for Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity

Thank you!

 

 

By |2025-10-21T16:56:39+01:00October 21st, 2025|Fundraising news, Latest news|Comments Off on Support from Spinach!

Good luck to our Royal Parks Half 2025 runners!

Running for Dyslexia Awareness!

This Dyslexia Awareness Week, we’re celebrating our incredible Royal Parks Half Marathon team as they gear up to race through the heart of London on Sunday 12 October.

By taking on this challenge, they’re not only raising vital funds to support people with dyslexia — they’re also helping to shine a spotlight on dyslexia and the importance of understanding and support.

A huge shout-out to Alex, Dan, Emma, Rachael, Tim and Andy — we’re so proud of you.

We’ll be cheering you every step of the way!

Please show your support and help them cross that finish line — every donation makes a difference! Donate

Alex Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Emma Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Dan Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Rachel Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Tim Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Andy Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
By |2025-10-31T10:37:38+00:00October 7th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Good luck to our Royal Parks Half 2025 runners!

Rooted in Community: Squire’s Garden Centre Supports Helen Arkell

Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity Named Charity of the Year by Squire’s Garden Centre, Badshot Lea

We are delighted to share that we have been selected as the Charity of the Year by Squire’s Garden Centre in Badshot Lea, near Farnham.

This exciting partnership was chosen by Squire’s staff, who are passionate about supporting the local community. We are incredibly grateful for their enthusiasm and commitment to our cause.

With the support of Squire’s customers and team, we look forward to raising vital funds to help us continue providing specialist support, advice, and information to people with dyslexia, as well as to parents, teachers, and employers.

In addition to fundraising, we hope to be able to collaborate on specific projects, benefiting from the time, skills, and expertise that Squire’s staff may offer. As part of our collaboration, we’re exploring ways we can offer the Squire’s team our workplace sessions, providing valuable insights into dyslexia and how to support those affected.

We’re excited to see this opportunity take root and flourish — helping us reach more people with dyslexia and make a lasting difference in their lives.

By |2025-08-20T16:45:34+01:00August 20th, 2025|Fundraising news, Latest news|Comments Off on Rooted in Community: Squire’s Garden Centre Supports Helen Arkell

Thank You, Co-op!

We’re thrilled to share that the amazing team at Co-op Ash Street Branch have donated £250 in Co-op Gift Cards to Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, thanks to the Local Community Fund and the incredible support of Co-op Members like you.

This generous gift will help fuel our fundraising efforts, allowing us to reach even more families affected by dyslexia. From assessments and tuition to empowering workshops, every penny goes toward life-changing support that helps children and adults thrive.

Want to keep making a difference? Choose Helen Arkell as your Co-op cause and you could win £500 for yourself and £5,000 for us just by spending £5 in store. All you need to do is:

  1. download the Co-op App
  2. click the ‘Discover’ tab at the bottom
  3. tap on Member Prizes

👉 Support us here: Co-op 

Co-op benefits

Thank you!

By |2025-10-31T10:41:46+00:00August 19th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Thank You, Co-op!

Celebrating Inclusive Culinary Creativity: Helen Arkell attends the launch of ‘Deliciously Dyslexic’

Last week we were thrilled to attend the launch of  Deliciously Dyslexic, a truly inspiring new cookbook by the talented by baldchefnick.

Designed with accessibility at its heart, this culinary gem is a game-changer for anyone who finds traditional cookbooks hard to navigate.

In the Great Kitchen at The Royal Pavilion in Brighton, Nick and fellow supporters welcomed staff from Helen Arkell to the launch which included some tasty nibbles and drinks, all from recipes inspired from the book. Following a very successful fundraising raffle on the night, we are pleased to say we have raised nearly £900 for Helen Arkell.

 

If you’re looking to support inclusive design and delicious food, this is one you won’t want to miss, and we think it makes an excellent birthday or Christmas present for all readers!

Deliciously Dyslexic is available to purchase from Amazon and all main bookstores.

By |2025-09-08T15:48:15+01:00July 8th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Celebrating Inclusive Culinary Creativity: Helen Arkell attends the launch of ‘Deliciously Dyslexic’

Fancy taking on one of the top marathons in 2026?

We are excited to invite you to take part in three fantastic events, helping to raise funds for Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity while enjoying the spectacular views these cities have to offer. Whether you want to take on the UK’s second largest marathon or explore a scenic city route abroad , the choice is yours!

 

    Manchester Marathon 

The adidas Manchester Marathon, is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester

When:  19th April 2026

Register Now! Button

 

 

Paris Marathon

Now one of the biggest marathons in the world, The Schnieder Electric Paris Marathon showcases some of the most beautiful landmarks of the city, passing Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe.

When: 12th April 2026

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Brighton Marathon

One of the UK’s favourite marathons through the vibrant streets of Brighton, finishing on the seafront. Brighton marathon weekend has a great atmosphere and includes an exhibition as well as other race distances over the weekend.

When: 12th April

Register Now! Button

Help make a difference to the lives of people with dyslexia and sign up today!

 

By |2025-07-10T16:25:44+01:00June 26th, 2025|Fundraising news, Homepage featured, Latest news|Comments Off on Fancy taking on one of the top marathons in 2026?

A Huge Thank You to Everyone Who Took Part in Our Big Walk for Dyslexia and Miles in May Challenge!

What an incredible few weeks it’s been! From the determined efforts of our Miles in May participants to the joyful, sun-filled steps of our Annual Big Walk for Dyslexia, your energy, commitment, and community spirit have truly inspired us.

Big Walk for Dyslexia

Over 5K walked in glorious sunshine, surrounded by an amazing community united in support of dyslexia awareness. From families to four-legged friends, everyone brought smiles, energy, and generosity, making it a day to remember.

A heartfelt thank you to every single person who joined us, whether you walked, volunteered, cheered from the sidelines, or supported from afar. Your involvement means the world.

Miles in May Challenge

Throughout May, our incredible supporters walked, ran, and cycled distances of their choice in our virtual challenge, raising vital funds and awareness for dyslexia. Together, you covered over 285K!

Every mile mattered, and every mile made a difference.

The Impact

Thanks to your collective efforts, both events raised £1150 for the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, directly supporting individuals with dyslexia across the UK.

From all of us at Helen Arkell, thank you for being part of this movement. Let’s keep walking, keep talking, and keep making change, together.

Special shoutouts go to:

Howden Insurance – for not only sponsoring the event but for walking alongside us and showing such generous support.
Co-op – for donating delicious cakes that kept us fuelled and smiling.

 

Big walk 4

By |2025-09-08T15:55:16+01:00June 5th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on A Huge Thank You to Everyone Who Took Part in Our Big Walk for Dyslexia and Miles in May Challenge!

Football Fun at Farnham Youth FC!

Soaking up the evening sun, the fundraising team from Helen Arkell went along to support Farnham Youth FC coaches’ charity match last Friday at The Memorial Ground.

The crowd, mainly young players eager to see their own coaches play, filled the stadium as play kicked off at 7pm.

Families and supporters cheered as goals were scored, in aid of Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity and Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice.

Our thanks to everyone who came along to the evening and well done to all the coaches who played so well!

It was truly a “match” made in heaven that scored big for both wonderful charities!

By |2025-05-15T14:56:55+01:00May 15th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Football Fun at Farnham Youth FC!
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