Time is running out for local charities, schools, sports teams and events organisers to apply for Southern Vectis’ popular Community Fund. The local bus operator’s good-causes initiative is a dedicated resource for backing local groups with funding, marketing help, free travel or the use of its buses for events. But, with allocation windows in May and November, anyone wishing to apply must hurry. Southern Vectis general manager, Richard Tyldsley, has said:
“At Southern Vectis, we’re proud to play a role within the local community. “As well as providing bus services across the area, we endeavour to support and raise awareness for those doing excellent work on behalf of those living here. “The Southern Vectis Community Fund is open to everyone – from charities to sports teams – and we encourage anyone who needs a helping hand, however big or small, to apply.”
To apply for May’s allocation, groups should visit Southern Vectis’ website and provide details about their cause, what they need, and the difference this support might make to their organisation – before the end of this month. Previous recipients include Newport Carnival and Isle of Wight Explorer Scouts. For more information about the Southern Vectis Community Fund, visit islandbuses.info
Im gonna sound like a massive ahole, but the council provides a grant to Southern vectis, and southern vectis provides grants to charities and schools etc, why not just cut out the middleman?
You have a good point.
Shame IW Council don’t provide a grant to Wightlink so us
Island residents can get cheaper Ferry fares.
if they have money to give away, then the ticket prices are too high
Ticket prices are too high just like the Ferry Companies.