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School Students inspire school staff’s Kiltwalk for charity
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The epic 17.8 mile challenge from Duthie Park to Bellfield Park saw the team comprising Martin Wright, Wendy Gibson, Beverley Buchanan, Vikki Stephen, Craig Howie, Judith Cardno, Katherine Matthew and Margaret Buchan walking in solidarity and raising awareness for a charity close to their hearts.
Bogleha Bowling Takes Fundraising Total to over £16,000
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This popular tournament is the regular curtain raising tournament in the Cowal outdoor bowling calendar, and the players were blessed with glorious sunshine throughout the day.
Influencer Guru joins SBH Scotland as Ambassador
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Adam (24) from Cumbernauld, was introduced to the charity at the end of 2023 and couldn’t wait to look at ways he could utilise his many skills to support all the families helped by SBH Scotland.
Reece Donnelly Announced as Ambassador for Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland
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Reece has been involved with the charity for over a year and is now stepping in to increase his involvement to support all families helped by SBH Scotland. With a diverse career in the entertainment industry spanning projects such as Waterloo Road (BBC), appearing on the 17th season of The Apprentice (BBC) and launching his own business podcast “The Scottish CEO Show” he will be joining other high profile names such as Gordon Ramsay OBE and Paralympian Meggan Dawson Farrell in supporting the charity.
Hospital Saturday Fund donate £14,000 to SBH Scotland
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Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland, received a grant to fund a specialist nurse in the West of Scotland and other charities such as Clan Cancer Support received grants which will be used to fund support such as complementary therapy sessions.
Brave Mum's Prove Sky's the Limit for Charity Supporting their Children
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Abby McDonald (pictured right) from Stonehaven and Jade Montgomery (pictured below) from Hamilton kick-started the new year by taking on a tandem freefall parachute jump at Strathallan Airfield in Perth and Kinross and raising over £3,000 in the process. From an exhilarating 10,000ft in the sky and at speeds of up to 120mph, the unforgettable experience was inspired by the support for their respective daughter and son.
Local family announces the return of their sparkling fundraiser to raise vital funds for SBH Scotland
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Carol Fullerton, from Laurencekirk, Kincardineshire, had been hosting an annual fundraiser for many years before Covid-19 struck and the 2020 event was cancelled. Now, in 2024, the event is back and promises to have more sparkle than ever before whilst raising funds for a cause very close to Carol’s heart as the specialist charity has supported her family for over 15 years since her daughter Rebecca was born with spina bifida.
Amazing Burns Night raises £85,000 for SBH Scotland
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420 guests gathered at the Glasgow Hilton Hotel on the 25 January to celebrate the life and work of the famous Scottish Bard with an evening of poetry, performances and a traditional Burns feast.
SBH Scotland surprises shoppers with flashmob on Burns Day
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Kick-starting the Burns Night celebrations, students from Theatre College of Scotland performed a medley of traditional Scottish songs including Caledonia and Flower of Scotland to delighted onlookers whilst SBH Scotland representatives collected donations from generous shoppers. Families who are supported by the specialist charity were also in attendance to join in the fun.
Glasgow Business Group raises £45,000 for SBH Scotland
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BNI Evolution, a Glasgow chapter of the world’s leading business referral organisation, meet once a week to share ideas and advice, allowing them to use their combined network of contacts to find business opportunities and referrals for one another.
Glasgow Business Group raises £45,000 for SBH Scotland
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BNI Evolution, a Glasgow chapter of the world’s leading business referral organisation, meet once a week to share ideas and advice, allowing them to use their combined network of contacts to find business opportunities and referrals for one another.
Gordon Ramsay's Festive Fundraiser Returns to Edinburgh
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The fundraiser launched during the 2022 festive season, coinciding with the launch of Gordon Ramsay’s Street Burger restaurant in the St James Quarter. They raised an incredible £15,642 as a result which Gordon and Tana Ramsay then generously matched to give the charity an extra special funds boost.
SBH Scotland host first Bollywood Fundraiser in Glasgow
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The event united the vibrancy of Bollywood with a twist on the traditional Christmas Night Out as well as fundraising for a worthy cause. Guests were treated to a delicious three course traditional Indian meal while henna artists were on hand to immerse guests into the rich cultural heritage of India.
Fury as Disability Law is Rejected
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Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus (SBH) Scotland believe that Pam Duncan-Glancy MSP’s (pictured) Disabled Children and Young People (Transitions to Adulthood) (Scotland) Bill has “the potential to kick-start one of the most fundamental advancements in disability rights since Devolution”.
Fury as Disability Law is Rejected
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Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus (SBH) Scotland believe that Pam Duncan-Glancy MSP’s (pictured) Disabled Children and Young People (Transitions to Adulthood) (Scotland) Bill has “the potential to kick-start one of the most fundamental advancements in disability rights since Devolution”.
Accessibility for all
October is spina bifida and hydrocephalus awareness month, and, led by the International Federation of Spina Bifida And Hydrocephalus (IFSBH), this year's theme is 'Accessibility for All'.
Farewell to our CEO of 34 Years
Today is a reflective day for us at SBH Scotland as our CEO of 34 years, Andy Wynd MBE MIoD retires.
Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland Announces New Chief Executive
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Lawrence Cowan is currently Director of Income Generation at Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland and will assume his new role in October 2023 when he replaces Andy Wynd, who is stepping down after joining the charity back in 1989.
Cumbernauld Farmers Market is coming this Saturday
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The Cumbernauld Farmers Market is an exciting initiative from local specialist charity Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus (SBH) Scotland with support from Tesco Craigmarloch and their Community Champion, Doreen Reid. It aims to engage with the community and encourage residents to shop locally. With only a few months until Christmas – it also gives the perfect excuse to start your festive shopping!