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Daily £100 Donations in December!

It’s the season of giving, and funding website easyfundraising are spreading some festive cheer with their Christmas Crackers competition, running 8–21 December.

Each day, your organisation could unwrap a £100 or £200 donation – the perfect little stocking filler to boost your funds before the new year.

Simply head over to easyfundraising and register your organisation here https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/hammersmith-and-fulham/(it’s free). Then, from 8–21 December, find the Christmas Cracker and give it a click each day for your chance to win a lovely festive donation. Encourage your volunteers, staff and supporters to join in too – every click means another chance to win!

And while you’re at it, remind your supporters to do their Christmas shopping the easyfundraising way. With over 8,000 well-known retailers including eBay, Tesco, Boots, M&S and thousands more, they’ll raise free donations for your organisation every time they shop – at no extra cost.

Don’t get left out in the cold – register your organisation now in time to join in the festive fun from 8 December. Get involved here: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/hammersmith-and-fulham/

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Age UK H&F Carol Concert Invite

The Age UK Hammersmith & Fulham Carol Concert is taking place on Wednesday 10th December at 7pm at Holy Trinity Church, 41 Brook Green, London W6 7BL.

It promises to be a magical evening featuring a choir, a string quartet, and a special reading by Adam Hills MBE. There will be a reception after with drinks and snacks so please come along and connect with everyone involved. You can purchase tickets here. 

These events are important fundraisers for our work and a rare opportunity for us all to come together and show our support for older people in H&F. It would be wonderful to see you there!

 

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H&F FREE Business Advice Clinic with Paul Kelly

Date: Monday 24 November 2025
Time: 16:30 to 18:30
Location: Face-to-face at Hammersmith Library, Shepherds Bush Road, London W6 7AT

Book a free 30min meeting now to get great business advice and support from an experienced and highly endorsed local businessperson.

Click this link to book a Business Advice Clinic with Paul

Running his own businesses for over 20 years, Paul has helped hundreds of businesses start and grow.

He specialises in:

  • Starting and growing businesses.
  • Product and brand development.
  • Import and Export.
  • Marketing and upscaling businesses.

A local resident, he is passionate about helping small businesses and start-ups to reduce costs, increase turnover/profit and make the most of the resources to hand. Unlike many ‘consultants’, Paul practices what he preaches, having several of his own businesses.

  • Are you thinking about starting a business and need advice?
  • Do you have an established business wanting to grow or expand?
  • Have you recently started a business and need some support?
  • Not sure how to attract more customers?

Are you looking for information, advice, training and practical support such as funding, mentoring, networking and office space etc? Please note this business support offer is only available to Hammersmith and Fulham businesses and residents.

This service is provided by Hammersmith & Fulham Council and delivered by independent business people who have been where you are and have years of experience across a wide range of areas.

Hammersmith and Fulham Council is committed to supporting local businesses and offers a range of 1-2-1 business advice clinics and workshops. If you need support for your business or have suggestions to improve the service, please contact: business-support@lbhf.gov.uk

Further details about our business support services can be found here

Privacy notice can be found here

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Grove Neighbourhood Centre – Christmas Raffle & Fayre

You can now purchase raffle tickets from our office at the GNC, which will be drawn at our Christmas Fayre on the 6th December.

Xmas Raffle

Xmas Fayre

 

 

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The Purpose Awards 2026 is Open for Entries

Backed by industry leaders like PRWeek, Campaign, and Third Sector, The Purpose Awards spotlight campaigns across EMEA that use creativity to drive positive causes forward.

Whether you are an Agency/ Brand/ Public Sector/ NGO, this is your opportunity to earn recognition for the outstanding work and impact achieved by your people and teams.

First entry deadline: Thursday 15 January 

PRWeek Purpose Awards EMEA 2025 – Entry Kit

 

Nominate yourself, or a colleague to become a judge: 

All entries are meticulously reviewed and scored by an elite panel, handpicked by the editors of PRWeek, Campaign, and Third Sector. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse panel composition to guarantee the most comprehensive and authoritative insight into every submission. 

Purpose Awards 2026 – Judges Nominations

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Applications Now Open for our 2026 Agents of Change Programme

This free programme is for women who care about their community and want to be involved in creating positive change – even if they’re not yet sure what that looks like. They don’t need a big plan or to feel confident already – they just need curiosity, commitment and the courage to show up.

The programme is open to women who are living, working, volunteering or studying in Hammersmith & Fulham or North Kensington & Chelsea. 

To become an Agent of Change in 2026, applicants will first need to join our programme, which includes four in-person workshops held on Tuesdays (daytime) between January and March 2026.

More information and the application form can be found here.

What participants will gain from the programme:

  • Meet like-minded people working towards positive community change
  • Build confidence, skills and a strong changemaker identity
  • Connect with local organisations, including Imperial College London
  • Explore what community changes matter most to them
  • Use their skills to support others on their changemaking journeys
  • Enjoy exclusive ongoing access to future events and opportunities at Imperial College London
  • Attend a launch event in April to celebrate officially becoming an Agent of Change and joining our changemakers network

If you or anyone you know has questions about the programme or would like support completing the application form, they can contact the team at agentsofchange@imperial.ac.uk.

 

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FREE Surplus Furniture

Fulham Library has some surplus furniture – Free to a good home!

Contact:

Richard Grant

Library manager

Libraries & Archives

020 8753 3877

Images & quantities

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FREE Workspace for Small & Start-up VCS Organisations in H&F

Book a free desk for up to 8 days a month, any weekday, between 9am and 5pm!

Sobus are offering free workspace at Dawes Road Hub for any small, or start-up VCS organisations operating in H&F. To book, please call reception on 020 7952 1230. 

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MACWO Coffee Morning & Lunch

Tuesday 14th October, 11am – 3pm:

Hear from a Community Mental Health Link Worker from the H&F North Mental Health Integrated Network Team describe the support that is available,  share your experiences and talk openly about mental health, wellbeing, and life’s challenges in a supportive and understanding space. Everyone is welcome!

For more information: 

Contact us on info@macwo.org, or 020 82489755.

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Energy Support & Debt Advice

Energy prices have increased, again and we have secured a large number of vouchers to help support customers over the winter period.

We can support with any rising costs, fuel bank vouchers and dealing with any energy providers.

HEAT provides 1-1 mentoring support and advocacy to vulnerable households in England and Wales.  Our team of Energy Mentors provide a holistic, independent, tailored advice to fuel-poor households experiencing energy crises.

We provide ongoing support throughout the process, helping customers understand their options and make informed decisions. This includes:

  • Tackling energy emergencies.
  • Managing fuel debt and related issues.
  • Advocate on your customer’s behalf.
  • Accessing energy grants.
  • Optimising energy usage and efficiencies.

Please fill in referral form below.

Referral Link: HEAT – Our only live link

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