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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.

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

Trustees of WightAID with the banner announcing the £600,000 total being passed. From left: David Jackson, Claire John, Geoff Underwood, Rachael Randall and Brian Marriott

7, September 2023·2 min read

WightAID celebrates £600,000 milestone with Garden Party Fundraiser collecting another £35,000

WightAID's garden party raised £35,416.80, celebrating their extensive Isle of Wight support

31, May 2017·1 min read

WightAid Foundation spreads the love

Three more organisations on the Isle of Wight have benefited from donations from the WightAID Foundation.

23, January 2024·2 min read

WightAID champions local initiatives with latest round of charitable funding

Charities and groups across Isle of Wight celebrate WightAID's significant grants

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

September 2024 Charity Cheque Presentation

31, October 2024·3 min read

WightAid supports Island families with respite breaks amid latest charity giving

WightAID's latest donation round helps The Getaway Foundation provide holidays for struggling families

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.

WightAID donors Marianne And Richard Atterbury presenting a cheque with representatives of the charities and WightAID trustees…and Mavis the dog!

29, June 2023·1 min read

Grants from WightAID make waves: Sailors with disabilities and others to benefit

Isle of Wight charities receive £11,000 from WightAID, boosting disabled sailing and other community projects

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.

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.

12, December 2016·1 min read

Funding boost for rape and sexual abuse support service

The Wight Aid Foundation recently presented £10,000 to Yellow Door, a rape and sexual abuse support centre on the Isle of Wight.

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"

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