Suffolk angling club reel in much needed funding
25 Jul 2012
Suffolk Anglers Disabled Forum has been awarded a £1600 grant
from sported.
sported. has awarded the money to assist with coaching costs,
lake hire and equipment for the club, based at Ipswich, Suffolk.
The funding will provide much needed support in the club's
drive to inspire young people with disabilities to participate in
angling.
Dr David Sollis, sported. Regional Manager for the East of
England said: "The club inspired us in their passion to bring
angling to a group of disabled young people who were unable to
attend angling sessions due to barriers in session times and
equipment. It will make a huge difference to the lives of those
young people andsported.is proud to be involved with the club and
its vision."
Club Leader Terry Reynolds said: "On behalf of SDAF members and
volunteers we are extremely grateful to obtain thesported.grant.
SDAF's aim is to provide more places for disabled and disadvantaged
young adults and children to have a go at angling in a safe
environment and this grant helps us to achieve that."
Groups must me a Member of sported. to apply for a grant. To
apply for free membership, click here.