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WightAID

WightAID launched on the 14th September 2016 spearheaded by Geoff Underwood, owner of local technology firm IFPL and President of the Chamber of Commerce.

Wight AID’s trustees are all local business leaders: Bestival founder Rob da Bank, Claire Willis MD from Isle of Wight Radio, local artist Brian Marriott, Steve Porter of Steve Porter Transport, Sue Lucas Partner at Moore Stephens and Partner Nick Hessey from Glanvilles.

Below are some of the articles mentioning WightAID.

WightAID cheque presentation to Friends of Niton School

16, February 2023·3 min read

WightAID Foundation reaches nearly half a million pounds in donations to Isle of Wight charities and community groups

WightAID Foundation grants funds to six community groups, including Ryde Beach Lifeguards and Free Food in Sandown

WightAID charity grant presentation with OTW flash

24, December 2022·3 min read

£480k in grants awarded by WightAID Foundation to 176 Isle of Wight charities and organisations

WightAID Foundation and partner WRS Systems present grants to eight Isle of Wight charities totaling £9,300

Jenny Baldwin cutting the ribbon, assisted by founding members Ian Wright & David Waldock

22, September 2022·1 min read

West Wight Men in Sheds expands its facilities thanks to anonymous donation of £4,000

As well as the £4,000 anonymous donation, support has come from others including WightAID, Sydenhams Ltd and YBS Insulation

7, June 2022·1 min read

Gatsby-themed Glam Ball raises £33,000 for WightAID Foundation

Almost 200 people attended the WightAID Glam Ball where £33,000 was raised for good causes

31, August 2021·4 min read

Cash boost for seven groups helping to make a difference on the Isle of Wight

Over the summer seven Isle of Wight good causes have received a share of almost £15,000 thanks to Wight Aid’s grant giving programme

27, November 2020·3 min read

Bumper year of donations for WightAid, but difficult times ahead

Trustee Steve Porter says, "With the support of local business and the wider community, WightAid will be at the forefront of giving that vital help. It’s going to be a rough ride so, helmets on, seatbelts fastened, hold tight and let’s go!"

19, August 2020·2 min read

Isle of Wight Crisis Committee now on hold after £103,000 shared with good causes

The appeal raised over £47,000 and with grants from each of the trusts and foundations on the committee an amazing £103,000 was distributed to charities helping Islanders during the Covid-19 crisis

6, July 2020·1 min read

Art exhibition at St Mary’s Hospital is the latest addition to Operation Geranium

The exhibition at St Mary's hospital is the latest element of Operation Geranium and features artworks by the likes of My Dog Sighs, Tony Trowbridge and Rhys Ifans

6, April 2020·2 min read

No Isle of Wight family will go without food or shelter over next three months say charities

All groups share a common vision – that no family on the Isle of Wight will go without food or shelter over next three months

2, April 2020·1 min read

All profits from Isle of Wight Festival special edition T-shirts to help Islanders

ALL profits from t-shirt sales will be distributed by WightAID to charities tackling food poverty, domestic abuse and assisting those experiencing social isolation on the Island

24, March 2020·1 min read

Call to Isle of Wight businesses to support frontline charities

The chairman of WightAid says, "As we enter a period of considerable difficulty, it is even more important than ever for us to stay together and support those most in need"

9, January 2020·4 min read

Isle of Wight bands ‘Rock for Good’ to raise money for WightAid

Rock for Good has established itself as a highlight on the Isle of Wight's musical calendar. Rachel Rocks reports back from the most recent fundraising event

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