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 […]
Partners collaborate to address sexualised behaviour in young people
A new collaborative project has seen partners come together to protect and support children and young people by addressing sexualised behaviour at an early stage. Partners in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) area have come together to launch the Harmful Sexual Behaviour Framework under the banner of the ‘Do It Right’ campaign. The project […]
Mays Estate Agents raise £860 in donations for STARS Dorset
An estate agent has raised hundreds of pounds for a charity supporting survivors of sexual violence. Mays Estate Agents raised £860 for STARS Dorset through a festive charity fundraising campaign. The funds will support the charity’s free and confidential services for people in Dorset who have experienced sexual violence or trauma. Iain Bonneywell, partner at […]
Vote for STARS Dorset at Tesco Fleets Corner — help us win an amazing £1,500 donation!
If you visit Tesco Poole – Fleets Corner for your grocery shop, make sure to pick up a blue token and vote for STARS Dorset at the voting station next to the exit — we’re in the running to win a grant of up to £1,500 from the Tesco Stronger Starts scheme! Tesco, in partnership […]
Mays Estate Agents Launch Christmas Charity Campaign in Support of STARS Dorset
Mays Estate Agents in Lilliput Poole has announced its 2025 Christmas Charity Campaign in support of STARS Dorset, a local charity providing free, confidential support to people across Dorset affected by sexual violence at any time in their lives. Throughout December, Mays will be raising awareness and encouraging donations for the charity, helping to […]