Circle - THE organisation for young women

The Race series is now over and what a great time we all had, whether co-ordinating race volunteers, taking part or just helping out. We deserve all the plaudits we get. I hope to sort out in my next meeting with the CRUK Race for Life Co-ordinator the problems that occurred. Here’s to next year.

Cancer Research UK have a substantial amount of information available to members of the public on how to reduce the risk of developing cancer and how to spot the symptoms - they include leaflets on 'Lifestyle and Cancer', 'Bowel Cancer' and 'Testicular Cancer'. You can obtain free copies of these leaflets by writing to the Department of Health, PO Box 777, London SE1 6XH, by emailing [email protected] or by telephoning the Responseline on 08701 555 455.

You may be aware that RTCW are organising the Biggest Bike Ride in the autumn. You may not be aware that they want Circle to be involved.. The bike which seats over 15 riders is touring the country. Places are available through sponsorship. Please click on the document to find out details of when the bike is in your area. If you want to be involved e-mail [email protected] “.

To view OR download the "RTCW Bike Schedule & Route" document PLEASE CLICK HERE

Other Round Table Charity Events
Round Table are also organising a Splash Day where there is the opportunity to take part in a dragon boat race and an It’s a knockout style competition. Please log onto the RT site at www.roundtable.org.uk for more information

These are basic items that can save lives. There are two leaflets available, one for circlers to use, another for them to distribute. Each circle was supplied with a quantity of each of these leaflets through their Area Chairman. If you have not seen them or require more copies then please contact Headquarters.

It's not always easy to keep coming up with new ideas for raising money - but sharing the best ones with each other may result in you coming across something you'd never thought of.

A document listing some fundraising ideas has been collated and by clicking on the buttons below you can download it in Word, rtf or pdf format. If you have some ideas other than those listed, please let me know.

If you would like to appear on the website, send details of your fundraising event and a photo if possible to [email protected]

You will no doubt be aware that HQ Office is regularly contacted by national charities who are looking to Circle to support their fundraising. Its impossible to publicise all of them, but under this section, you will find a selection of appeals that stand out. Keep an eye on this section, if you want to be kept up to date with what's happening.

Please visit the Round Table site www.roundtable.org.uk and look at their charity appeals and events, many of which may be of interest to you, especially the RTCW and Whizz-Kids charities. Hopefully we can work together with Table to enhance the fundraising.

	Rukba - the Royal United Kingdom Beneficent Association - is a national charity dedicated to helping people over 60 and those over 40 who are permanently unable to work again owing to physical disability. They can provide a small extra income for life, financial help in times of crisis, nursing and residential care and help with fees, and often most importantly, the friendship and support of their volunteer visitors. If you would like to support them with fundraising, or by spreading the word about their service, contact Anita irving on 020 7605 4284 or email [email protected]
	Barnados UK run projects across the UK to help disadvantaged children to reach their full potential. They help them overcome challenging experiences and tackle the effects of disadvantage, to help them develop into well-rounded adults. We call this 'giving children back their future'. One circle is at present helping at their local shop. Find more information at www.barnardos.org.uk
	Round Table Childrens Wish was established in 1990 to grant wishes to children in Britain and Ireland who are suffering from life threatening illnesses. It is run mostly by members of Round Table, Ladies' Circle, 41 Club and Tangent. 114 children had wishes granted in 2000, providing them with a unique experience. This charity continues to hold a special place in the heart of Table and Circle, and they continue to need our support. For more information, contact them on 01202 514515, by e-mail on [email protected] and by logging onto their website on www.rtcw.org
	This is a national charity which helps to relieve the loneliness and isolation so often felt by very elderly people living alone. There are 2 ways to help: Firstly, as car drivers, one Sunday per month, collect the same elderly person to take them to a tea party, as hosts, 1 or 2 Sundays a year, AND Secondly, provide a tea-party lasting between 2-3 hours, for about 12 elderly guests and their drivers. More information from Jenny Gregorian www.contact-the-elderly.org or Freephone 0800 716543
	Leading baby charity Tommy's was formed in 1992. Its aim is to end the heartache caused by premature births, miscarriages and stillbirths. It funds a national programme of research, education and information aimed at understanding and preventing these tragedies. You can help by collecting used printer ink cartridges for recycling. It will cost you nothing! Check out the website www.inkagain.co.uk
	Guide Dogs for the Blind collect stamps to raise much needed funds. You can find details of your local collection point on their website www.gdba.org.uk Please note - we are not collecting these at national level, so please don't bring them to national meetings for onward transmission!