Debbie’s story
Story.
Hesslewood Charitable Causes Fund and North Ferriby Riding for the Disabled need your help to 'Raise the Roof'! The charity's mission is to deliver life-changing riding lessons to people of all ages and disabilities in our community. They are a self-funded, volunteer-led organisation and desperately need a roof over the riding arena, allowing them to:
Provide year-round lessons: Currently, weather conditions often force North Ferriby RDA cancel lessons, disappointing the children and adults they serve. An all-weather roof means consistent, uninterrupted lessons regardless of the weather.
Support SEND Children and Young Adults: Riding is a unique therapy proven to boost the confidence and wellbeing of those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). A covered arena helps the charity better support these individuals.
Offer a Safe Space: Many of their young riders face school exclusion. Our riding program offers a safe environment where they feel valued and successful. Year-round lessons help provide that essential consistency they need.
Behind the scenes.
Having been involved in the project from the outset, we are encouraged by involvement of local businesses and professionals, who have so far donated cash, time and expertise. There was big news in February, that the planning permission for the arena had been granted. It is now full systems go, to make this a reality for this wonderful charity and the communities they serve. As we get closer to our target, we will also be sending out a 'RDA SOS' call to action, inviting materials suppliers and skilled trades to get involved in the big build!
Our Goal.
We aim to raise £45,000 to build a weather-resistant roof over our riding arena. The cost of the project is approximately £90,000, and we are delighted to share that nearly half of this has been raised to date, through fundraising and successful grant applications. Every donation, big or small, will take us one step closer to reaching this goal!
The Impact.
Your donation will help us to get one step closer to completing the build, which in turn will make a profound difference:
More individuals served: Expand our reach to more riders with disabilities in the community.
Improved skills and well-being: Provide consistent riding therapy, known for its physical and emotional benefits.
A stronger community: Help us become a truly year-round resource for families and individuals with disabilities.
Be social.
Please also help us to spread the word about the project. Follow our Facebook and Instagram pages @hesslewoodevents
Thank you.
A massive thank you, from everyone at Hesslewood Charitable Causes Fund. To quote the wonderful volunteers at RDA, 'it's what we CAN do that counts!'.
Fundraising Targets
All funds raised will be passed to the charity irrespective of whether my target is reached, not reached or exceeded.
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