Manx Radio's Charity of the Week

Local charity A Little Piece of Hope support families through baby loss and children with illness, and they also organise the Heroes of Mann Awards. Christy speaks with Helen Sheppard and Emma Watterson from the charity, along with Awards sponsor Roz Melia from Cayman National.

Helen Shepherd and Emma Watterson tell us about the local charity that provides practical and emotional support to bereaved families and children facing serious illness. Find out more here

Lisa Beattie, Chair of the event and deputy Chair Sammy Dooley, tell Christy about the 2026 Relay for Life Isle of Man

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.