News & Blog
Here you’ll find the latest news from Challengers and blog posts from our community.
From isolation to connection: How Challengers is supporting the mental health of parent carers
In this blog post celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week, Challengers staff member Maddie Church shares more about the Hub at Challengers and how it’s creating a community of support for families of disabled children.
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Introducing Challengers Class of 2025 taking on the London Marathon!
We are delighted to introduce the 13 amazing runners taking part in the iconic 26.2 miles at the London Marathon […]
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Effingham Golf Club raises over £33,000 for Challengers!
Challengers were delighted to have been selected as the Charity Of The Year by Effingham Golf Club in 2024 by […]
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Challengers unveils exciting new sensory room in Guildford
We were delighted to mark the official opening of our new and improved sensory room at Challengers’ Playcentre in Guildford this week, joined by Surrey County Councillor Fiona Davidson who supported the renovation through Your Fund Surrey.
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“It’s Just Play, Right?” – Why Play Matters More Than You Think
Someone asked me this week:
“Why play? Kids naturally know how to play, so why are you always banging on about it at Challengers?”
Ben’s Marathon Journey: Running for Challengers
At Challengers, we are incredibly proud to have one of our own taking on the challenge of the London Marathon! Ben, the Leader at Challengers’ Guildford Play scheme, sat down with us to tell us his journey, from his first 5K to tackling 26.2 miles, and why running for Challengers means so much to him.
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All about Payroll Giving
Payroll giving is the simplest way for you to make a regular monthly donation – straight from your salary!
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Challengers secures Sport England funding to increase disabled youth participation in sport
We have been awarded the maximum grant of £15,000 from Sport England’s Movement Fund, made possible by the National Lottery.
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Big Give 2024 success! More than £90,000 raised for Challengers
Challengers embarked on a mission this holiday season to raise £90,000 through the Big Give Christmas Challenge, a week-long national fundraising campaign. Click here to read all about our journey!
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