Here are four things which are certain in our fast-changing world.

1.    Wells SOUP! will return to the Connect Centre this Saturday October 5.

2.    People will arrive there from 12.30pm to get a drink before this grant-giving lunch begins at 1pm.

3.    The choice of home-made soups will be delicious and made by the local chefs from Fresh & Good.

4.    Four local charities or good causes will explain what they do, receive money and raise their profile. They are:

St Cuthbert's Junior School who are looking for funds towards restoring a garden for children with additional needs.

Wells Dementia Action Alliance which aims to promote and protect the physical and mental health of people living with dementia. 

Youth with a Future which helps and counsels young people who are threatened with homelessness or are indeed homeless.

Heads Up is a charity at South Horrington which supports people with mental health issues.

"On October 5 we reach 94 - the numbers of charities/local projects we have helped so far, an achievement which we are incredibly proud of," said Ross Young who leads the Wells Independents volunteers who run the event. 

"All these good causes have gone away with much needed funds thanks to the businesses that support SOUP! and all those who attend each event. The money taken on the door, the donation bar plus the sponsorship, is shared among those presenting. 

"So a massive thank you to all. Any charity or local project that wishes to spread their word and raise funds, please visit our website where there is an application form - www.wellsindependents.org/soup'

Wells Funeral Directors has match-funded this SOUP to the tune of £350 and their owner Rod Major said: "We are delighted to have the opportunity to support this initiative which has done so much for so many charities and community causes." 

By Philip Welch