Manx Radio's Charity of the Week
Every week Manx Radio highlights an Isle of Man Charity and the work they do in the community. The feature is supported by Kel Properties Isle of Man
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Episodes
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So much more than just a fundraiser
Friday, 10 July 2026
Lisa Beattie, Chair of the event and deputy Chair Sammy Dooley, tell Christy about the 2026 Relay for Life Isle of Man
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CHARITY OF THE WEEK: Relay for Life Isle of Man
Wednesday, 8 July 2026
Our Kelproperties Charity this week is Relay For Life Isle of Man. Sammy Dooley tells us about the background of the charity, the work they do and how YOU can support them to help to save lives.
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What IS Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy anyway?!
Friday, 3 July 2026
Ken Kinrade from HBOT IOM explains to Christy how Hyperbaric therapy works and what it actually feels like - and shares how YOU could help their charity to continue. Find out more here: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Isle of Man | HBOT Isle of Man
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CHARITY OF THE WEEK: The Hyperbaric Chamber
Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Ken Kinrade share the history and background of the Island's Hyperbaric Chamber Charity and the services they offer here on the Island. Find out more about them here Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Isle of Man | HBOT Isle of Man
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We started as amateurs and here we are, 23 years on!
Friday, 26 June 2026
Dave McLean, co-Founder of the Peel Centenary Centre, talks to Christy about the venue and community centre in the heart of the Sunset City run entirely by volunteers - and shares some wonderful stories and memories of the past 23 years. Follow them on Facebook here and their website here.
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CHARITY OF THE WEEK: Peel Centenary Centre
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Dave McLean shares the background, goals and hopes for the future of one the Island's beloved community venues in the West, the Peel Centenary Centre. Find out more about them here
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'Everyone deserves access'
Friday, 19 June 2026
Debs Dixon, fundraiser for Manx Mencap, tells us what difference the charity makes to those living on the Island with learning disabilities - and tells us why this Awareness week is so important.
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CHARITY OF THE WEEK: Manx Mencap
Monday, 15 June 2026
Our Charity this week is Manx Mencap, who are marking Disability Awareness Week June 15th - 22nd. Debbie Dixon shares the background and details about the charity and the work they do. Find out more on their website here.
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Taking Care of those in need on Mann
Friday, 12 June 2026
Jan Rae tells us how and why she got involved with the charity Care in Mann, what their services are and who they are for. She also shares the many positives of volunteering for the group and encourages others to think about getting involved. Find out more here
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CHARITY OF THE WEEK: Care in Mann
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
In what is 'National Carers Week', Jan Rae tells us about the charity 'Care In Mann', a voluntary service that provides transport to healthcare appointments for those who either do not have transportation of their own or cannot access the ambulance service. Find out more here.
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A Journey through Dementia care
Friday, 22 May 2026
Claire Cubberly and Gina Claridge tell us about the work they do with and for the Alzheimer's Society Isle of Man Branch.
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"Your normal just changes"
Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Mandy and Gary share their journeys as a Dementia volunteer and Carer respectively, working with Alzheimer's Society Isle of Man.
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ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY Isle of Man
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
This Dementia Action Week, our Charity is the Isle of Man branch of Alzheimer's Society. Claire Cubberly and Gina Clarridge tell us about the history of the group and the services they offer here on the Island.
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Mental Wellness for a better Future
Friday, 15 May 2026
Mel Beattie from Preferred Futures tells us about the work and services provided by the Charity, which concentrates on supporting Mental Wellness for all - and we hear from some of the volunteers and members of the Recovery Club, a supportive community, safe space, place to unwind and find some friendly conversation.
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PREFERRED FUTURES
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
It's Mental Health Awareness Week and we're shining a light on Preferred Futures IOM as our Kelproperties.com Charity of the Week. Mel Beattie tells us about the highly qualified team meeting the need for additional care provision for those with mental health challenges.
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Critical care for the entire community
Friday, 8 May 2026
The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS), responds to call outs on the Isle of Man every day of the year. Joe Garcia, Chief Executive and Mandy Karsa here on the Isle of Man tell Christy about the kind of callouts they attend and the life saving difference they can make.
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GREAT NORTH AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE
Thursday, 7 May 2026
The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS), are the critical care helicopter that responds to call outs on the Isle of Man every day of the year. Christy finds out more about the background and organisation, with Charity CEO Joe Garcia and with Mandy Karsa here on the Isle of Man
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The Motorsport charity that covers much more
Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Stuart Greaves speaks to Christy about the Rob Vine Fund, which provides medical/rescue equipment and training for those involved in motorsport events on the Isle of Man. He also announces an exciting development, an app that will benefit ALL of the Island's community.
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ROB VINE FUND
Monday, 27 April 2026
Stuart Greaves tells us about the charity who are gearing up for another busy motorsport season. Set up as a tribute to a TT rider, they provide support for our Island community all year round. Find out more here: Rob Vine Fund
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'He shaped where - and how - we live now'
Friday, 24 April 2026
Terry Groves tells us about the man behind the Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust and talks about some of the incredible equipment they've funded over the years. Find out more about them and their work here: The Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust | Caring for Our Future
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HENRY BLOOM NOBLE HEALTHCARE TRUST
Friday, 24 April 2026
The Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust have been supporting and enhancing healthcare for everyone on the Isle of Man for more than one hundred and twenty years. Terry Groves gives us the background of the charity, which you can find online here: The Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust | Caring for Our Future