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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.

8, February 2019·3 min read

Rock for Good returns to Ryde with eight hours of live music

Rock for Good returns to Ryde next week, when a whole host of live acts perform at Coburg's in Ryde to help raise money for WightAID.

13, February 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight community safety charity picks up support from WightAid

Supported by the emergency services and local authorities, The Bobby Scheme provides a free service to elderly and vulnerable people, particularly victims of burglary and domestic violence, by promoting crime prevention and fire safety initiatives.

nettlecombe farm - lamb being given milk

1, July 2019·1 min read

WightAID team up with Nettlecombe Farm to provide free stay for Isle of Wight family

A family from the Isle of Wight with children who have autism enjoyed a free five-day break thanks to Nettlecombe Farm.

30, August 2019·1 min read

Don’t miss out on the ‘Five steps to £500’ initiative

£500 is at lower end of grants available through WightAID, but could be just what you need to kick start your project.

30, August 2019·2 min read

£55k grant from Biffa to ‘Wrap up the skateboarding barn’

The Barn which houses John Cattle's Skateclub, also welcomes birthday parties, Morris Dancers and groups for children and the elderly to meet in a warm, comfortable environment to enjoy activities, conversation and fellowship.

14, October 2019·3 min read

100 Isle of Wight charities and organisations receive share of £300,000 through WightAID

In just three years, almost £300,000 has been granted to Isle of Wight charities and organisations who work to improve the lives of Island people

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

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"

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

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

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

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

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