The Wight AID Foundation continues to grant and support local charities in their latest round of grant applications, with a further £5,000 distributed on the Isle of Wight.
Wight AID raises funds from Island companies, investors and individuals looking for an effective way to support our unique community and distributes to a range of charities and good causes on the Isle of Wight.
Thanks to donations already received this year from IFPL, PM Electronics, Glamping the Wight Way, Yarmouth Harbour and public donations, Wight AID is pleased to announce the 2 local charities who have this month received funding.
Ryde Saints Football Club have been awarded £2,042.54 towards the rejuvenation project of Salters Field. This popular island community group is made up of 9 teams competing in youth and adult leagues which involve both men and women. Being awarded ‘IOW Club of the Year 2017’, Ryde Saints FC now aim to bring back alive Salters field, creating a safe playing field where all children and families can attend.
The IOW Pony Club has been granted £3,000 towards the cost of renovating their pavilion. These facilities are for the use of attendees at the club but are also available to all other charities or voluntary community groups who require facilities at no additional cost. The IOW Pony Club holds a vital role in the history of horsemanship, providing camps and training sessions throughout the year to many individuals, with some members on their successful route to completing their Duke of Edinburgh awards.
If you would like to apply for the upcoming grant round then submit an applications by 30th April 2018. For more information about how to support Wight AID, or how to apply for a grant, visit www.wightaid.org.
