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GMCC Excellence Awards 2023 finalist recognition for Compassion in Action
Compassion in Action is a finalist in the ‘Charity Initiative of the Year’ category at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) Excellence Awards 2023. This specific category celebrates exceptional efforts in social impact and community engagement. It also rewards initiatives that have made a significant and tangible difference in the lives of individuals and […]
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Book Swap launches at Lowton Community Outlet
Compassion in Action have launched a new Book Swap service at Lowton Community Outlet. Residents who live near to the outlet, located on Oaklands Road, can swap or borrow up to two books per visit. This latest initiative from the Queen’s Award-winning charity is designed to promote literacy for all. “Our Book Swap is a […]
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Junior Community Champions on ‘love where you live’ mission
Our Junior Community Champions have revealed what motivates them to clean up their local area and care for its residents. Sisters Amelia, 8, and Jasmine, 7, said they are following in the footsteps of their hero, Leigh Leopards star Edwin Ipape, who is also an ambassador for our charity. The girls have been helping on […]
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Learning Disability Week 2023: Busting myths about people with learning disabilities
Learning Disability Week 2023 begins today, Monday 19 June. This year, Compassion in Action is supporting Mencap’s mission to show the world the incredible things that people with a learning disability achieve – smashing misconceptions about what people can do and shining a light on the stigma many still face every day. Here, our volunteer […]
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Distinction success for Business Admin Apprentice leads to promotion
Compassion in Action’s Business Admin has completed her apprenticeship with multiple distinctions – earning a much-deserved promotion to Office Manager as a result. Chloe Gilligan, 17, undertook a 12-month Business Administration Apprenticeship – designed to provide learners with an understanding of the fundamentals of business – through Smart Training & Recruitment. Having already completed various […]
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Hundreds of eggs donated to Compassion in Action’s Annual Easter Appeal
A total of 494 Easter Eggs were distributed to vulnerable local families by Compassion in Action during Easter 2023. Dozens of eggs were donated by the charity’s amazing supporters such as PGL Pipelines; Nationwide Building Society; ASDA Leigh; Leigh Leopards; and SuperLeigh members, as well as our valued veterans. In addition to individual families, other […]
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Veterans’ charity gala marks Iraq War 20th anniversary
We were honoured to join our valued veterans at the Iraq War 20th Anniversary Black Tie Gala – held at Leigh Sports Village on Saturday, 18 March. The event was hosted by former soldier Councillor James Paul Watson and included a three-course meal; live entertainment from vintage vocalist the Golden Age Songbird; and an auction raising funds for military charities. Pam Gilligan, […]
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PGL Pipelines Director Julie Ling welcomed on board as charity patron
Julie Ling, Director of North West-based utility company PGL Pipelines, has officially been welcomed on board as a valued patron of Compassion in Action by our charity’s CEO, Pam Gilligan. The private event was attended by Julie, members of her family and representatives of PGL Pipelines – including Director Aaron Ashbarry and Manager Debbie Parris. […]
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