NB for broadcast – Easter Egg Bingo night in Bournemouth to raise funds for Dorset mental health gardening charity

A fun Easter Egg Bingo Night is being held in Bournemouth this March to support local mental health charity Plants and Minds. The fundraiser takes place at Kinson Conservative Club, with bingo, Easter prizes and a fish and chips supper, raising money for therapeutic gardening projects helping adults improve wellbeing. The charity Cherry Tree Nursery in Bournemouth and Chestnut Nursery in Poole, where people referred for horticultural therapy take part in structured gardening activities.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – Make 2026 your year to volunteer with Dorset disability charity Diverse Abilities

Dorset disability charity Diverse Abilities is encouraging people to make twenty twenty six their year to volunteer. Help is needed at events, in gardens, and supporting children and adults with disabilities across the county. Volunteering runs throughout the year and offers a chance to give back, learn new skills, and support vital local services.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – Wimborne Christian Aid supporters invite the community to annual quiz night fundraiser at Methodist church

Charity supporters in Wimborne are inviting local residents to put their knowledge to the test at a fundraising quiz night this month. The event raises money for Christian Aid and takes place on Sunday the twenty-fifth at half past seven in the evening at Wimborne Methodist Church. Entry is free, with donations welcomed.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – Careers and Apprenticeship Show returns to Bournemouth, connecting young people with employers and training providers

The Careers and Apprenticeship Show returns to Bournemouth in March, bringing employers, colleges and training providers together with young people exploring future options. The event takes place at the Bournemouth International Centre and aims to showcase jobs, apprenticeships and work experience opportunities, supporting local skills and employment across the region.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – Dorset Council funding round offers capital grants to help community groups improve and expand local facilities

Community groups across Dorset are being encouraged to apply for capital funding to improve local facilities. Dorset Council is offering grants to support projects such as village halls, sports facilities and play areas. Applications are open until mid January, with awards decided later in the month.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – Stars Trust in Poole seeks new volunteer trustees to strengthen governance and support local children’s education

A Poole education trust is looking for new volunteer trustees to join its board. Stars Trust oversees Stanley Green Infant Academy and Starfish Nursery and needs people with skills in governance, finance, human resources or education. Trustees support school improvement through around six meetings a year in Poole.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – South-West Cyber Resilience Centre offers free support to protect local organisations from online threats this winter

Businesses, charities and public bodies across the South-West are being urged to claim a free early Christmas gift from the South-West Cyber Resilience Centre. The policing-backed service offers simple weekly steps, advice and webinars to help teams stay safe online. It is completely free and open to any organisation that uses computers or the internet.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – Winter Mini Reading Challenge returns to inspire young readers with free certificates, prizes and fun activities this season

Children aged four to eleven can join the free Winter Mini Reading Challenge until the twentieth of February. Young readers just need to enjoy three books and log them online to earn a digital badge and certificate. Families can even get certificates printed free at BCP libraries, with all finishers entered into a prize draw.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB for broadcast – Winter sea swimmers urged to follow key safety advice as RNLI lifeguards stand down from beaches during the colder months

With RNLI lifeguards off duty during the Christmas and winter season, sea swimmers are being urged to stay safe. The charity advises new and experienced swimmers to swim with a buddy, choose a safe spot, check tides and weather, wear bright gear, enter the water slowly and carry a way to call for help. In an emergency, call nine nine nine and ask for the coastguard.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.

NB – Donate IT

Local charity Diverse Abilities has teamed up with Donate IT to collect and recycle unused business technology. Half of the value from donated items goes straight to support the charity’s work, with refurbished devices given to people in need. Businesses can contact the organisation to get involved and make a difference. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.