Cheque Presentations: a powerful demonstration of community spirit

The Last of the Summer Wine Breakfast Club recently gathered for their 4th Annual Prostate Cymru Big Breakfast, raising a fantastic £200. Special guest Brian Harries joined the group for the event, which was expertly managed by "Chef Di" and host Frank. From rustling up an excellent spread to keeping the tea and toast flowing under pressure, the team’s hard work ensured a successful morning. Huge thanks to everyone involved for their support and generous donations!

The Ocean Café, Bar & Restaurant recently hosted another hugely successful Rugby Legends fundraiser. Guests enjoyed an entertaining Q&A with Mike Ruddock OBE, Kevin Moseley, and Lyn Jones, followed by live music from ‘The Gowertones.’ The night raised an incredible £3,785 through proceeds and a raffle. Huge thanks to organizers Mostyn and Kay Davies, the Ocean staff, and everyone who supported this fantastic event for Prostate Cymru.

The Camrose Vintage Show returned this summer, bigger and better than ever. The organisers’ tireless work resulted in an incredible £33,000 donation to local charities, including £1,000 for Prostate Cymru. We are incredibly grateful to everyone involved for their hard work and generosity in supporting men across Wales.

Pete Manning of Milford Haven recently secured first prize in the Pembrokeshire Friends 100 Club draw. In a wonderful act of kindness, Pete chose to donate his entire winnings to Prostate Cymru. His contribution will support our vital work helping men across Wales suffering from prostate disease. Pictured is Pete presenting his donation to Frank Hart of Prostate Cymru. Diolch yn fawr, Pete!

In December 2025, Val Johns of Narberth celebrated her 80th birthday by requesting donations in lieu of gifts. She raised a wonderful £400 for Prostate Cymru, a cause close to her heart. Committee members Judith Griffiths and Stewart Richards visited Val and Gordon’s home to gratefully receive the kind donation.

Llandysul Cricket Club supporting prostat cymru with a £450 donation to the Cardiff Business Clubs Big Breakfast. Cheque presented with Jonathan Lewis the Carmarthenshire Friends secretary

Gwasg Gomer show their support for Prostate Cymru by taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon with 8 staff members to raise a massive £3,300 for Prostate Cymru. Special mention to Carmartheshire secretary Jonathan Lewis and Wife Bethan for their continued support.

On Thursday, 15th January 2026, Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru committee members, Judith Griffiths & Stewart Richards, attended a cheque presentation at the home of Val and Gordon Johns of Narberth, to receive a very kind donation of £400.
In December 2025, Val celebrated her 80th birthday and asked for donations instead of presents.
She received an amazing
£400.00, which she decided to donate to Prostate Cymru as it is a charity close to the couple's hearts.

We’re delighted to share that an incredible £4,078.21 was raised for Carmarthenshire Friends of Prostate Cancer Cymru during Llandeilo Show Day 2025 🎉
This fantastic total was raised through the speed shearing and John Eirian’s hair shearing, which received wonderful support and generosity throughout the day.
A huge thank you to everyone who donated, took part, and helped organise these events. Your kindness and support will make a real difference 💙 Diolch yn fawr.

We are incredibly grateful to Simon Lewis and Nisa Drefach for securing a £2,000 grant for us through the Nisa/Co-op Heart of the Community initiative. Your generosity and commitment to supporting local projects is invaluable. Thank you for making this possible!

Huw Jones, Judith Phillips, and Kevin Watson of Haverfordwest Golf Club presented an impressive £4,580.16 to Peter O’Shea and Judith Griffiths of Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru. The funds were raised during their Charity Golf Day at the end of August, with Huw thanking all who played, sponsored, and donated to make the day such a success.

John Thomas of Narberth recently celebrated his 80th birthday with friends and family and requested donations for Prostate Cymru in lieu of gifts, resulting in a fantastic £510 for the Charity. John was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2019 when he requested a PSA test when called for an MoT at his local surgery, he subsequently received treatment and is now being monitored closely, this demonstrates the importance of being proactive and requesting a PSA test.

Prostate Cymru is delighted to have been chosen, alongside Pancreatic Cancer UK, as a beneficiary of a wonderful charity concert organised by Pembroke Farmers Club. The event, held at St Mary’s Church, Tenby, was presented by Brian Harries from Prostate Cymru and featured outstanding performances from the Tredagh Singers of Drogheda, Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir, and the Serendipity Singers from Narberth. Thanks to the generosity of all involved, a fantastic £3,100 was raised to be shared between the two charities.

Prostate Cymru is delighted to announce that CCF has raised an incredible £18,471.67 over the past 12 months in support of our work. Their fundraising included Awareness Open Days, Car Treasure Hunts, the 3 Peaks Challenge, a Grand Raffle, and a 50p donation from every Blue Prostate Cymru Feed Bag sold. We are hugely grateful to the staff and supporters whose commitment made this achievement possible, helping us continue our vital work for men and their families across Wales.

County Councillor Handel Davies of Llandovery has completed an outstanding year as Chair of Carmarthenshire County Council, excelling in his civic duties with the support of his wife Margaret while also going the extra mile for charity. Through events such as the Myddfai Road Races, Chairman’s Dinner, a concert, the Cefn Sidan Beach Walrus Dip, and an incredible 100-mile walk, he raised an impressive £5,100 each for Prostate Cymru and LATCH Welsh Children’s Cancer Charity, leaving a lasting legacy of dedication, generosity, and community spirit.

A Huge thank you to Bridgend Male Choir for their generous donation of £400 to Prostate Cymru. The cheque was presented to our co-founder and chairman, Dr Andy Thomas, by Choir Chairman Gareth Reese.

The amount was raised from the choir’s annual luncheon, celebrating our 65th anniversary, courtesy of BBC Radio Wales presenter Roy Noble who declined a fee.

Your generosity helps us continue raising awareness, supporting men across Wales, and funding vital research into prostate disease. Diolch yn fawr!

A generous donation of £600 has been made to Prostate Cymru by the Dinbych Chapter of Freemasons in Tenby, following the successful recovery of one of their members from prostate cancer. The contribution reflects the group’s gratitude and support for the vital work carried out by the charity. The donation was presented during a recent gathering, where representatives from both the chapter and the charity were in attendance.

Haydn Pugh, former Carmarthen Quins RFC captain and rugby star, helped raise £3,652 for Prostate Cymru during his testimonial match. The event also supported AutismAwareness.com, reflecting the strong personal connections of Haydn and Brian Jones from Castell Howell. Prostate Cymru, dedicated to prostate health awareness and support, greatly values this contribution. Haydn’s long rugby career and community commitment highlight the importance of backing charities that impact lives across Wales.

In 2024, Clynderwen and Cardiganshire Farmers Cooperative (CCF) chose Prostate Cymru as their Charity of the Year, working alongside the Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru. The partnership raised a remarkable £20,000 through staff and customer efforts across CCF’s 18 Welsh branches. A standout initiative saw 10,000 own-brand animal feed bags printed with prostate cancer awareness messaging—each sale donating 50p to the charity. The campaign powerfully combined awareness and fundraising across rural Wales.

Bois yr Felin, a popular 22-member male voice choir from Bancyfelin and St Clears, raised £826.05 for Prostate Cymru through events like Cawl and Chan and carol singing at Tescos Carmarthen and Bancyfelin. The donation was presented by Prostate Cymru Chairman Graham Edwards to choir members Deryc Rees and John Daniels during a rehearsal. Their support highlights the choir’s commitment to raising awareness for men’s health across Wales. #savethemalesinwales

A huge thank you to the incredible staff at the The Wolfe Inn, Wolfscastle, who hosted a hugely successful Big Breakfast last November, raising £4,121.18 for Prostate Cymru. One generous diner added a further £60 after hearing about the cause. Stewart Richards and Simon Moffett accepted the cheque on behalf of Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru. With 1 in 8 men affected by prostate cancer, this event held deep personal meaning—two young attendees had both lost their fathers to the disease.

We warmly thank Cymdeithas yr Hoelion Wyth for their generous £2,000 donation to Prostate Cymru. The funds were raised through a big raffle and an entertaining night at Caffi’r Emlyn, Tanygroes, featuring the popular “Pam Lai.” Their support is invaluable in helping Prostate Cymru continue its vital work raising awareness and support for men’s health across Wales.

A heartfelt thank you to Lynn and friends from the Tan-y-groes Welfare Committee for their generous £1,500 donation to Prostate Cymru. The funds were raised throughout the year during Bingo evenings held at Caffi Emlyn. Their continued community support is greatly appreciated and plays a vital role in helping us raise awareness and support men’s health across Wales. Diolch o galon!

For the third year running, Ffab Cymru Llandysul Community, led by Bethan Lewis and supported by Jonathan, hosted another fantastic Big Brecwast in aid of Prostate Cymru. This year’s event raised a brilliant £2,000, including a generous £500 donation from Swansea Building Society, thanks to Area Manager Sioned Jones. Diolch yn Fawr Iawn to everyone who helped make it such a success!

For the fourth consecutive year, St Davids Farmhouse Brewery partnered with the St Davids Penknife Club to host a Prostate Cymru Big Breakfast—and once again, it was a tremendous success. At the club’s recent AGM, Mark and Emma Evans, along with family members, attended a formal presentation where £4,000 was handed over to Prostate Cymru. Chairman Geraint Richards proudly presented the cheque, highlighting the community’s continued commitment to men’s health in Wales.

A massive thank you to Hollol Gymraeg for hosting a fantastic Charity Night in October, featuring the legendary Jonathan ‘Fox’ Davies. The event raised an amazing £3,000 in support of Prostate Cymru’s vital work. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who attended, donated, and helped make the evening such a success. Your support truly makes a difference!

A big thank you to Meleri and friends from Llwyngwair Manor, Newport, Pembrokeshire, for organising a series of fantastic fundraising events, including a hugely successful tractor run. Their efforts raised nearly £3,000, which was shared between Prostate Cymru and the Midwifery Bereavement Services at Glangwili Hospital. We're incredibly grateful for their community spirit and support.

A huge thank you to Paula Eldridge for completing a 24-hour Lindy Hop Challenge at Tumble Hall, supported by the fantastic Tumble Lindy Hoppers. Together, they raised an incredible £4,230 to be shared between Prostate Cymru, Ty Bryngwyn, and Prostate Cancer Research UK. It was a remarkable community effort full of energy, generosity, and heart. Thank you to everyone who donated and danced in support!

The Alpha Inn in Tavernspite, run by beloved locals Euros and Yvette Hughes, recently hosted a fantastic evening of musical entertainment featuring the Whitland Male Voice Choir. The event raised an impressive £1,313, shared equally between Prostate Cymru and The British Legion. Known for their warm welcome and charitable spirit, the Alpa Inn continues to support local causes—and due to this event's success, another fundraiser is already being planned for later in the year.

The festive season saw a special two-day Sheepdog Trials event hosted by Mike Edwards at his farm, Maes Yr Eglwys in Morriston. The event raised a fantastic £910 for Prostate Cymru, adding a meaningful gift to the Christmas period. Sheepdog Trials legend Meirion Owen proudly accepted the cheque on behalf of the charity. A heartfelt thank you to all who supported this unique and generous fundraiser.

Louise Morgan and Michael Inker from the Angel Inn in Narberth recently presented Brian Harries and Simon Moffett of Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru with £516.62. The funds were raised through a successful Big Breakfast event held at the inn. Their generosity and community spirit are greatly appreciated in supporting Prostate Cymru’s vital work across Pembrokeshire.

The Carmarthen 41 Club Christmas Lunch, a highlight of the local social calendar, raised an impressive £1,500 for Prostate Cymru through its raffle last year. Led by the inspired chairmanship of Dyfrig Richards, this generous donation is especially meaningful since the event is not a charity fundraiser. Prostate Cymru thanks all involved for their incredible support. Diolch yn Fawr!