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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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Newport - Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce Business Awards for Excellence 2018. IW Chamber Business of The Year - Yokogawa Marex, from left, sponsor Fran Collins from Red Funnel with Pasquale Paolone, Wayne Matthews, Andy Bloodworth, Steve Hargreaves, Yasuyuki Komiya and IW Chamber Chief Executive Steven Holbrook.

3, December 2018·2 min read

Yokogawa Marex named Isle of Wight Business of the Year

Congratulations to all the businesses who were nominated and especially those who picked up awards at the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce Business Awards for Excellence.

Geoff Underwood, Trustee of Wight Aid present the grant cheque to Ryde R. C. Captain Graham Reeve and Club President Pete Allsopp. L to R Graham Reeve, Geoff Underwood, Pete Allsopp

16, October 2018·2 min read

WightAID donation boosts Coastal Four boat-building project

Ryde Rowing Club – in conjunction with the Isle of Wight boat builders AB Composites – will build a new mould for a Coastal Four, allowing IW rowing clubs the chance to have competitive racing Coastal Fours built on the Island.

18, June 2018·2 min read

WightAID helps 64 charities in less than two years

With the support of Isle of Wight Businesses, WightAID has been able to help 64 charities in less than two years, with over £186,000 being granted.

3, April 2018·1 min read

More Isle of Wight charities benefit from Wight AID funding

Wight AID is pleased to announce two more two local charities who have this month received funding.

24, October 2017·1 min read

WightAID donates £10,000 to Isle of Wight charities

Thanks to donations to Wight AID from IFPL, Westridge Limited, Rouse Limited, Glanvilles and public donations, Wight AID is pleased to announce the three local charities who have received funding.

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