STARS Dorset and CEO shortlisted for national Charity Times Awards
STARS Dorset has been shortlisted in two categories at the prestigious Charity Times Awards 2026, with the charity recognised for its organisational impact and its Chief Executive Officer, Helen Stevens, shortlisted individually for her leadership. STARS Dorset is a pan-Dorset charity providing free, specialist support to survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse, including […]
STARS Dorset celebrates volunteers and supporters
A Dorset charity providing free, confidential support to survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse celebrated a year of achievements with an annual summer social. STARS Dorset brought together trustees, volunteers, freelance and sessional contractors and staff for the evening event, which offers the charity a chance to thank the network of people who contribute […]
Cordoba Rewards presents STARS Dorset with £2,500 cheque
Left to right: Cordoba Rewards’ Josh, Amy, and Celia; and STARS Dorset’s Adam Following their successful Charity Golf Day on Thursday 23rd April which saw 72 golfers raise £2,500 for STARS Dorset, our corporate partner Cordoba Rewards invited STARS’ Fundraising Assistant Adam (right) to their office at the Foundry in Poole on Tuesday 26th May […]
Pledge to the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2026 by Sunday 6th September — double the donations for STARS Dorset
This year, for the first time ever, STARS Dorset has applied to take part in Big Give’s Christmas Challenge to raise a total of £5,000 in order to continue our mission of supporting survivors across the county. The Big Give Christmas Challenge is the UK’s biggest match-funded campaign, meaning everyone who donates via our Big […]
STARS Dorset welcomes Jeff Mostyn as patron
STARS Dorset, Sexual Trauma and Recovery Services, the Dorset-based charity supporting survivors of sexual violence, is proud to announce that Jeff Mostyn has become its newest Patron, joining actress Julie Hesmondhalgh in championing the charity’s vital work across the county. Jeff brings with him a remarkable record of public service and deep roots in the […]
Cordoba Rewards Charity Golf Day raises the par (£2,500!) for STARS Dorset
Cordoba Rewards hosted their bi-annual Charity Golf Day on Thursday 23rd April at Donnington Valley in Newbury to raise funds for STARS Dorset as our corporate partner. The event was attended by 72 golfers and joined by our Engagement Team Leader Steph Lee, who shared with the attendees the work that we do supporting, advocating, […]
Bournemouth Inflatable 5k — Saturday 1st August 2026
Fancy raising money for STARS Dorset? Bored of bake sales but too grounded for skydiving? Ready to put the fun in fundraising? Why not take on the Bournemouth Inflatable 5k?! Featuring 30 exciting inflatable obstacles, slides, and tunnels, the Bournemouth Inflatable 5k is a unique challenge event that’s suitable for all ages and fitness abilities, […]
Growing success at STARS Dorset
Poundbury Garden Centre is proud to be supporting a local charity in creating a welcoming and calming space for victims of abuse, and the professionals who support them, with the provision of high-quality houseplants for their new training centre and board room. STARS Dorset is a pan-Dorset charity that offers free, confidential support to anyone, […]
Battens Charitable Trust grants £300 towards STARS Dorset’s supportive self-soothe bags
Battens Charitable Trust, established in 1985 and administered by Battens Solicitors, supports charities and charitable purposes in Somerset, Dorset, and their adjoining counties. The Trustees graciously agreed to donate £300 to STARS Dorset in February to help us in guiding survivors on their journey of recovery. This grant will be used to purchase items to […]
STARS Dorset scores £2,500 grant from Cherries Community Fund
Last summer, STARS Dorset applied to the Cherries Community Fund for a £2,500 grant to purchase HappySelf Journals for 200 clients receiving support from our specialist services. We were successful and on February 18th 2026, our Fundraising Officer, Adam, and Volunteer Coordinator, Jo (both centre) were invited to AFC Bournemouth’s Performance Centre to be […]