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Thank you so much for supporting Diverse Abilities.

We really appreciate your support and everything helps to truly make a difference to the children and adults we support each year.

Find out more about our services

We are the only organisation in Dorset supporting children and adults with physical and learning disabilities. Our services include a specialist school, respite homes, supported living bungalows, activity sessions in school holidays, sibling support, parent support, an adults day centre, and an advice team.

Click here to find out about our Children's Services
Click here to find out about our Adult Services
Click here to find out about our Advice Team

Join a fundraising event

We host all sorts of fundraising events throughout the year as we need to raise around £800,000 to provide our vital services. From craft clubs to Gala Balls, there’s something for everyone. Take a look at our upcoming events below.

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Rugby Lunch
Sept 11
Rugby Lunch

One of the hottest tickets in town, our Rugby Lunch returns for 2026 - hosted by none other than David Flatman.

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Bonkers Bingo
Sept 18
Bonkers Bingo

Join us at BOMO House for a night of Bonkers Bingo. Please note this event is raising funds in aid of Diverse Abilities and not run by the Diverse Abilities Fundraising team.

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Pastries with...
Sept 23
Pastries with...

Join us for breakfast pastries and a spot of networking at The Treehouse.

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Dried Flower Garlands
Sept 29
Dried Flower Garlands

Join us at Brothers Farm, Wimborne, and create your very own dried straw flower garland - the perfect autumnal decoration.

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Coffee Rave
Oct 1
Coffee Rave

Start your day differently and be part of Bournemouth’s most energising charity event. Organised by volunteers in aid of Diverse Abilities.

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Run Bournemouth
Oct 10
Run Bournemouth

There’s a distance for everyone at this fantastic seaside running festival - so which one are you going for?

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Seaglass Art
Oct 15
Seaglass Art

Time to get artistic with seaglass - a workshop led by Sunny Bunny Crafts.

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Oktoberfest
Oct 24
Oktoberfest

Steins at the ready - we’re transforming into The Treehaus for one day only!

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Playtime!
Oct 29
Playtime!

We’re opening the doors of our soft play centre to everyone, helping to raise valuable funds for the charity.

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LUSH Bath Bombs
Nov 3
LUSH Bath Bombs

Join us to create your very own bath bombs, have a tour of the Green Hub, and we’ll be making some knot wraps too!

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Paint & Play
Nov 8
Paint & Play

Perfect for kiddos - customise a reusable advent calendar together and enjoy some time running riot in our soft play!

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Gala Ball
Nov 21
Gala Ball

It’s time to grab your finest party wear and join us for a glittering night of entertainment.

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Christmas Wreath Workshop
Dec 2
Christmas Wreath Workshop

Make a beautiful fresh wreath under the tuition of Academy of Floristry

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Mrs Claus' Grotto
Dec 6
Mrs Claus' Grotto

Visit our enchanting Christmas grotto and spend some time getting into the festive spirit with Mrs. Claus.

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Christmas Concert
Dec 9
Christmas Concert

Join us in the spectacular surroundings of St. Peter’s Church, Bournemouth, for an evening of carols and festive joy in aid of Diverse Abilities.

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