SAILING FOR DISABLED CHILDREN AT OTLEY

by Martyn Maynard in Otley, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Total raised £16,737

 
Gift Aid
+ est. £648.00
£16,667 stretch target 21 days left
111% 134 supporters
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 31st December 2024 at 3:30pm

Through the joy and challenges of sailing, we improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities and special educational needs.

by Martyn Maynard in Otley, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

 New stretch target

Our stretch target of £16,667 to cover the additional cost of delivery, trolleys, covers and sail socks required to make best use of our dinghies and keep them in good condition. 



HELP US SUPPORT SAILING FOR DISABLED CHILDREN AT OTLEY SAILING CLUB. WE URGENTLY REQUIRE 2 ADDITIONAL SPECIALIST ACCESS DINGHIES (click Support Us or View to see Rewards)

OVERVIEW

Twice a week, our dedicated team of volunteers provide sailing sessions for local children with disabilities and special educational needs.

We work with specialist schools in the Leeds and Bradford area. Together we enable their pupils to achieve their full potential, through the joys and challenges of sailing. Last year, we provided an astounding  **843** individual sailing sessions in our purpose built  Access Dinghies. Our sailing sessions are incredibly popular but oversubscribed.

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HOW WE WILL USE YOUR FUNDS

To meet demand, we need to raise £15,000 to buy 2 additional Access’ boats.  Increasing our fleet from 10 to 12 boats will ensure that EVERY child attending our Sailability sessions experiences the thrill and freedom of sailing on the open water.

Sport England recognises the benefits of our programme and we’re excited to announce that they have already  agreed to fund 50% of the project costs.  They’ve pledged £7500, but there is a condition…..

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The remaining  £7,500 must be raised from at least 75 supporters, from OUR COMMUNITY for OUR COMMUNITY.

To receive the Sports England contribution, we MUST raise at least £7,500 from at least 75 supporters, on this Crowdfunder, by Christmas – and if we don’t, we keep what's been collected, but get NOTHING from Sports England.

So every penny raised in this campaign will go directly towards purchase of the two Access dinghies. And when we reach our £7500  target, Sports England will double your contributions.

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HOW you can help

·         Purchase a Reward 

·         Attend an Event

·         Donate a Prize

Share our Crowdfunder with your friends or colleagues

·         ….just make a Donation

Anything you can do to support inclusive sailing will be really appreciated and make a massive difference to the lives of our young sailors.

Our first Event An Evening With Heather Thomas (Ocean Globe 2023 Winner) is available now on the Rewards section of this web site. (Rewards are to the right on this page, or scroll up to the see the Rewards tab on your phone)

Together, we can do this- and make a HUGE difference!

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HOW OUR SAILING PROJECT  IMPROVES LIVES

Our young sailors live with a wide spectrum of conditions ranging from autism through to complex life limiting conditions. Our Sailability programme helps all our young sailors enjoy the present and develop to their full potential.

For some, who will be accompanied by a carer, it's a relaxing calming experience in the open air. Sailing free from the confines of their class room.

For others it's about learning new skills, developing confidence, team working, taking responsibility and progressing towards the world of work and independent living.

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It's a life-changing experience for everyone involved 

More about our inclusive work in the community – read on…

We are a volunteer-run sailing club, offering membership to the community for leisure sailing, racing, beginner learning and events; making it a truly inclusive activity.

We are also a charity, with trained people, facilities and a fleet of boats and equipment tailored for disabled and Special Educational Needs (SEN) sailors. We are the LARGEST provider of this volunteer led service in the North of England – yes, here in OTLEY !

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Our SailabilityFleet– of 10 Hansa Access dinghies (303 model), are designed specifically for individuals with disabilities or limited mobility. We choose these boats as a safe, stable environment for our sailors to enjoy the adventure of sailing without compromising on the uniquely thrilling feeling of independence sailing can bring to a young learner.  There is a structured scheme and ALL our sailors achieve certification as they progress at their own pace. 

Our support of disability sailing began over thirty years ago as  “Sailfree,” an initiative recognized nationally by the governing body the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) soon after, paving the way for RYA Sailability programmes across the UK.  We are proud of our contribution to the development of inclusive sailing and wish to continue the legacy of our club. 

In addition to our twice weekly RYA Sailability sailing sessions for local schools, we also offer sailing experiences for visiting organisations with members who will benefit from the adaptations we can offer. Recent groups have included BLESMA ( supporting ex service people), Oceans of Hope (supporting individuals with Multiple Sclerosis), and Men’s Sheds (a community support network), The dinghies are also available free of charge to members who will benefit – in our club we have access boat users with a wide range of differing requirements, aged 8 to 80 and beyond!

Last year we provided 80 Group Sailability Sessions, benefiting 100 individual disabled sailors during 843 individual sailing sessions. But our sessions are oversubscribed and  we can do more with more boats. With your help we can make sure that next year, every child attending a session gets the experience they deserve.

Thank you for taking the time to find out more, and for your support . Together we can achieve Miracles


OUR SUPPORTERS

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Rewards

This project offers rewards in return for your donation. Please select a reward below.

£2 or more

Grand Prize Draw Entry

For £2 you will get 1 entry our Grand Prize Draw with over 40 prizes with a combined value of over £1000 to be won! The draw will take place on 11th December. Follow the link for a list of prizes and terms and conditions https://www.otley-sailingclub.co.uk/Crowdfunder-Rewards-Selection. BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REMOVE BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT - ZERO

£5 or more

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A sail at Otley Show 17 May 2025

Every year we offer short sailing experiences to visitors to Otley Show. This year you can book in advance. Suggested donation is £2.50 per person or £6.00 for your family (2 Adults and 1 large child or 2 Adults and 2 little ones at the discretion of your helm.) Please advise how many Adults and Children. BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% USING SLIDER OR REMOVE FROM BOX

£5 or more

£5 Reward Adam:s 100 Mile Cycle Challenge

Adam's 100 Mile Challenge. He will pedal an exercise bike at Club Energy in aid of Otley Sailability. Adam has been a Sailability Volunteer for the last 9 years and loves getting out on the water sharing his sailing skills with our school kids. PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY AND BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO

£20 or more

Donation in Lieu of Christmas Cards

This year why not make a donation to our Sailability Fundraiser in Lieu of sending Christmas Cards? For a minimum donation of £20 we will send you 2 digital images to share with your loved ones via email, WhatsApp or social media. https://www.otley-sailingclub.co.uk/Crowdfunder-Rewards-Selection/ PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SEL

£30 or more

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£50 Sail Repair Voucher at Lulham Robinson

£50 towards the cost of a sail repair at Lulham Robinson, your local sailmaker. Get your sails back in shape before next season. "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO."

£50 or more

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Improver Race Coaching. Group Session

Improve your racing performance. For a £50 donation you can join a group of up to 6 fellow sailors for a day at OSC, for Improver Race Coaching from an RYA approved race coach. "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO.

£65 or more

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£20 Reward

Flax and Hide Luxury Leather Hip Flask, Handmade to your requirements worth £85. BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REMOVE BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT - ZERO

£100 or more

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£100 Reward. Your Name/ Logo on our Hull

Send us a jpeg of your name or logo, and we'll get it printed on two 100mm vinyl stickers which we will display on our Access Boats throughout the season. We'll send you a photo so you can see what it looks like. BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% USING SLIDER OR REMOVE FROM BOX

£100 or more

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£100 Reward. Dinghy Race tuning session.

Get the most out your racing dinghy. For a £100 donation, an experienced sail maker will help you tune your rig to achieve best performance. "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO."

£120 or more

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A days Sailing Experience at Otley Sailing Club

A days introduction to Dinghy Sailing for 2 people at Otley Sailing Club. Spend the day in the company of and RYA qualified Dinghy Instructor. You'll receive an introduction to dinghy sailing followed by time on the water with an instructor on our training boats sail solo and enjoy a ride on our rib. BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% USING SLIDER OR REMOVE FROM BOX

£150 or more

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Individual Improver Race Coaching

Improve your racing performance. For a £150 donation you can have a day at OSC, for Individual Improver Race Coaching from an RYA approved race coach. "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO."

£250 or more

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£250 Reward Your Name/ Logo on our Sails

Display your name or logo on our Access Boat Sails for 12 months. We'll put you in touch with a local sale maker. He'll tell you what he needs to make a great looking logo. Give him the info and he'll sort out the rest and we'll send you the photos. "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO.

£500 or more

Corporate Sponsorship

Support our campaign with recognition on our social media channels and have your company logo on our website for 1 year with credit for your support to the project. BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% USING SLIDER OR REMOVE FROM BOX

£10 or more

50 of 50 claimed

An Evening With Heather Thomas. Winner OGR 2023

6th November, Almscliffe Village Hall, Huby. Hear Heathers extraordinary story of how she progressed from the gravel pits of Otley to a World Class Sailor and winner of the Ocean Globe Race 2023. Minimum suggested donation £12.50 per person. Each ticket admits one person.

£15 or more

50 of 50 claimed

An Evening with Heather Thomas 2nd issue

Hurry Selling Out Fast. 19:00 6th November, Almscliffe Village Hall, Huby. Hear Heathers extraordinary story of how she progressed from the gravel pits of Otley to a World Class Sailor and winner of the Ocean Globe Race 2023. Each ticket admits one person. "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO.

£15 or more

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An Evening with Heather Thomas - 3rd release

Hurry Selling Out Fast. 19:00 6th November, Almscliffe Village Hall, Huby. Hear Heathers extraordinary story of how she progressed from the gravel pits of Otley to a World Class Sailor and winner of the Ocean Globe Race 2023. Each ticket admits one person. "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO.

£15 or more

1 of 1 claimed

OSC hoodie age 11-13 red - Great christnas gift

Red age 11-13 Hoodie (click here)

£20 or more

1 of 1 claimed

Family sledging session at Snozone RRP £72

Sledging session for 2 adults & 2 children at Snozone- Castleford, Expires 31st December 2024 "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO."

£40 or more

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Ladies XS The Maiden Factor Gill Jacket

Gill Maiden Factor Jacket in a ladies size extra small - embroidered with team branding and slogan 'empower a girl, change the world'

£50 or more

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Harewood House - Entry for 4 people - RRP £82-£105

Entry for 4 to Harewood House estate. Grab a bargain - with this massively reduced entry to Harewood House Estate for up to 4 adults. Pass valid for 12 months - including over the Christmas period! "PLEASE BE AWARE YOU WILL BE CHARGED A 20% TIP WHICH GOES DIRECTLY TO CROWDFUNDER. YOU CAN REDUCE THIS TIP TO 10% BY USING THE SLIDER OR REMOVE IT BY SELECTING CUSTOM AMOUNT ZERO.

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