News

Coffee morning at Douglas Bay Yachtclub

Join us Saturday 9 December on our Coffee morning from 10am - 1pm at the Douglas Yachtclub.
Open to all members and friends of the charity. 

We ask everyone to bring their favourite cake, scones, buns, nibbles etc. Home made or simply bought. But even empty handed you are welcome, we just want you to enjoy yourself and we will make sure there is enough for all of us.

A generous donation from Standard Bank

Standard Bank has donated £2,000 to Isle of Man charity, Sailing for the Disabled.

Alongside the donation, the bank has also become a Corporate Member of the charity.

The local charity provides experiences through sailing to individuals with disabilities, be they physical, mental, or emotional.

Standard Bank’s donation will contribute towards the purchase of replacement equipment and new items for the yacht, as well as covering operational expenses.

Additionally, the funds will support the charity’s growing number of community service users, particularly community and school groups, supporting the provision of new life jackets and wet weather gear.

Paul Atkinson at Sailing for Disabled said: “Sailing for the Disabled relies on the generosity of organisations like Standard Bank to continue our mission. This contribution will make a significant difference in enabling more individuals to experience the therapeutic benefits of sailing on our yacht Pride of Man III. We are honoured to have Standard Bank as a partner in our journey to create inclusive opportunities for everyone.”

Sailing for Disabled is open to participants aged 12 and over, extending its services to all individuals and community groups facing challenges.  

Board Meeting

The key points from the meeting were:

• Welcone to Rosie Rowlands as the newly elected Treasurer. 
• The board received reports from the Sailing Committee, Fund Rasing Committee and Engagement Committee
• After discusson the board selected ClickSpace to be the developers for the new Website work to commence immediately. 
• £12,000 of sponsorship receiced from Standard Bank, Ethos and the Lottery Trust. The lottery Trust are funding the cost of development of the new website. 

We are working to agree a date for the next board meeting in November

Richmond Marathon

Abi Brierley has riased a fantastic £530 for Sailing for the Disabled by being sponsored to run the Richmond Marathon. A fantastic effort! Thank you Abi.  

Coffee morning on Pride of Mann III - 7 October 2023

If you haven't been to one of our coffee mornings before, we recommend to put this one in your diary, not to miss out again ! 

The coffee morning is on 7 October, from 10.00 till 13.00. 
If you would like to help on the day or donate any of your home-made cakes or biscuits, please get in touch with Neil on 401811. 
All members and friends of the charity are most welcome to join us