On Saturday 9th October 2010, over 15 people (supported by many more) will be jumping out of planes far above the Suffolk countryside in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for The Winch. The money will go towards our minibus and maintaining the activities we provide at a time when the challenge of raising funds is as tough as ever.
The economic crisis has been wide-ranging and far-affecting, and this has also been true in the voluntary sector, where a significant amount of financial support comes from grant-giving charities. As available funding reduces, and subscription to funds rocket, we have found ourselves struggling to make up the administrative shortfall which our programmers require: costs associated with our building, support and taking the Winch into the Future.
We have asked all of our skydivers to raise a minimum of £350 in sponsorship, 100% of which will go to the Winch, whilst local businesses and individuals have contributed jump fees for the divers. Participating on the day, we have Winch workers, young people, participants from Turner House and many more!
If you would like to jump or if you are able to sponsor anyone jumping, please do get in touch with Marilena on 020 7586 8731 or marilena@thewinch.org - Alternatively, come along on the day to offer support!