Independent Arts has been chosen to take part in the well-known Big Give Christmas Challenge again this year, which enables donations to the Island-based charity to be matched – making twice the impact. The online campaign, which lasts just 1 week, starts at 12noon on Giving Tuesday, 28th November. This year, with funding for all charities very much squeezed, Independent Arts is asking supporters to consider giving to their Ageing Artfully campaign because it will mean that donations are doubled. Lisa Gagliani, chief executive says:
“We understand that everyone has cut back on spending this year, everything has gone up. This is a way for supporters to say thank you, without it costing a lot, and it will mean that weekly services for older people here in our community who have come to rely on their weekly hit of SingAbout, Dance Makers or Creative Café, can continue.”
The charity has secured £4,500 worth of funding already, from WightFibre and The Reed Foundation, but it will only be able to access these funds if the public unlock them through giving during the campaign. The campaign runs until midday on 5th December, but the charity hopes that most supporters will give early to help reach their matched funds as quickly as possible. What do I need to do?
- Add a calendar reminder to your diary Tuesday 28th November at 12.00 including this link which will take you to the campaign page. At that time precisely, a donate button will appear – it won’t be there until the campaign starts
- Have your debit or credit card ready when you make your donation
- Share Independent Arts Ageing Artfully campaign page with friends and family!
