Derwen Charity supports Derwen College, a not-for-profit organisation.
The Charity provides extra experiences and opportunities for our students to truly progress and thrive.
Derwen Charity has helped shape the College according to our students’ needs, since 1963. Thanks to fundraising and donations, the College has been able to grow and adapt, and become a leader among SEND colleges.
We are grateful for the continued support we receive from individuals, businesses and charitable organisations who give so generously and support our students, clients and our fundraising events.
Read our 2024 round-up of events, fundraising and other Derwen Charity news.
Here’s how you can support Derwen Charity.
Support an event
We hold a number of fundraising events each year at Derwen College.
Fete and Dog Show – June 2025
Derwen College’s next event is our Fete and Dog Show, which takes place on Saturday 14 June. The event is free and is open 10am to 4pm.
During the Fete and Dog Show there will be:
- Fete competitions
- 10 classes in the Dog Show
- Inflatables and games
- Local artisan crafts
- BBQ and bar
- Grand Raffle
- Duck Race
Find out more about the Fete and Dog Show
Send a direct donation
Supporters can donate directly to Derwen. You can choose to make one-off, or regular donations.
This can all be set up via our (Enthuse) fundraising page, or if you prefer, you can send a cheque or do a bank transfer.
Become a fundraiser!
Our fundraisers live locally and nationally. Students, parents, carers, family and friends, and the local community have all raised money for Derwen Charity.
Fundraising events can be any size – the challenge is yours, and we appreciate your support!
We are also currently looking for anyone who is interested in volunteering at community events.
Please get in touch with Meg Charman to discuss fundraising and volunteering opportunities.
Browse our pre-loved shops
Watch out for clothing and vintage items in Derwen College’s eBay and Vinted shops.
The shops stocks an array of beautiful items donated to the College by our generous supporters.
Not only does the shop help to raise money for Derwen Charity, but it also provides valuable work experience for Retail students, who update it regularly. Retail and Enterprise students sort and clean, pack and post the items featured in our eBay and Vinted shops.
| Visit our Vinted shop | Visit our eBay shop |
Visit our Charity shop
The Vintage Advantage is our charity shop based at Derwen Marketplace in Gobowen, near Oswestry.
In 2024 donations raised over £130,000 for Derwen Charity!
Leave a legacy to Derwen College
You can gift a charitable legacy to Derwen in your Will.
Legacies are an effective way to help you make a lasting difference to Derwen Charity.
Please speak to our fundraiser Meg Charman for further information
Tell your friends and family about Derwen
By word-of-mouth, social media, letter or email please tell your friends and family about Derwen College.
We are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok always appreciate a follow, like or share!
For any questions or to discuss fundraising ideas, please get in touch with our fundraiser Meg Charman to discuss how you can support Derwen Charity.
