Three groups have been added to the list of local organisations who will benefit from Wightlink in the Community: Sponsorship in 2022.
The Isle of Wight Rollerskaters, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and Isle of Wight Triathlon Club join dozens of others who have had their sponsorship renewed this year in a support package worth more than a quarter of a million pounds.
Wightlink chief executive, Keith Greenfield, said:
Keith Greenfield
“We are committed to supporting a wide range of charities, sports and arts groups whose activities play an important role in enhancing the quality of life on the Isle of Wight, particularly for young people."
The Isle of Wight Rollerskaters applied for assistance as they are looking to build the skills of members by training on the mainland.
Nicola Peace from Isle of Wight Rollerskaters commented:
Photo credit: IW Rollerskaters and Rollerbladers
“Our enthusiastic skaters have been given an amazing opportunity to train with the Portsmouth Roller Derby Team. There isn’t currently the option to play this fast-paced contact sport on the Island."
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance will receive help with travel to support its community engagement and fundraising activities.
Keith Wilson from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance said:
“Each mission we attend costs on average £2,882, and it is only thanks to the generosity of the communities that we serve that we are able to keep the air ambulance flying and saving lives."
The Isle of Wight Triathlon Club support means under 18s will receive help with travel which is particularly important as there are currently no triathlon events for juniors on the Island.
Club chairman, Julie Van der Helstraete, said:
“We’re thrilled to join Wightlink’s sponsorship scheme, it will make a huge difference to our young triathletes and their families who represent the Island around the country."
Other charities to be supported via Wightlink’s scheme include Ability Dogs 4 Young People, Aspire Ryde, WightAID, Naomi House and Jack’s Place, RSPB and LBT Global.
Arts group to receive sponsorship in 2022 include Medina and Shanklin Theatres, New Carnival Company, Fusion Arts Academy, Julia Margaret Cameron Trust, West Wight Arts Association, Newport Jazz Club and Platform One College of Music.
Ongoing support will continue for other sporting groups including Ryde Rowing Club, Wightlink-Wight Mountain Cycle Race Team and ice hockey and ice-skating clubs which have relied on Wightlink support since the loss of the rink at Ryde Arena.
Local football, hockey, boxing, sailing, rugby, skateboarding, athletics, cricket, running, swimming and disability sports clubs will also be supported.
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