The Whitegate Charity Trust is a group of local businessmen and ex-round tablers, whose aim is to raise funds for the benefit of local charities and good causes. This year we are hosting a SPECTACULAR fundraising event for this year’s nominated charity.
The Joshua tree project is to build a safe haven for families to be able to spend quality time together in a safe environment. So much of a family’s initial time after diagnosis revolves around the hospital, and more often than not, siblings are having to spend time with other carers whilst ‘mum and dad’ begin a process of adjustment at the child’s bedside. We believe that time away together as a whole family is very precious in bonding the family back together again, where all members can laugh again and enjoy ‘time out’ together. My background in Psychology and Counselling has led me, too, to understand the importance for many to feel supported. The support centre aims to achieve this.
To allow a sense of freedom and fun, we envisage that ‘The Joshua Tree’ will include a taster of those things that children with Cancer cannot normally enjoy due to risk of infection. e.g. creation of a soft play area and cinema room. We would also like to include a playground and multi-purpose all weather court so that travelling off site for recreation isn’t necessary. We would like to offer accommodation for 4 families to allow opportunities for sharing but also to ensure privacy when needed. There will be a separate room for quiet reflection and contemplation.
In order to minimise ongoing running costs once ‘The Joshua Tree’ has been built, we are planning to construct an energy efficient and environmentally friendly structure. For example, wind turbines, solar panels, ground source heat pumps and efficient insulation etc.
A brilliant Day!!
Sunshine, food, drink and mainly lots of fun!
22 Teams took part in the 2009 Its a Knockout event held by the Whitegate Charity Trust. Money is still being collected but it looks like we have raised in excess of £6000.
For teams who took part you can buy your photos right now, a percentage of the cost of each photograph goes to the Joshua Tree fund, so buy now by by visiting ...
