Fundraising
All money raised for Age UK Isle of Wight stays here on the Isle of Wight.
We are an independent charity working throughout the community to provide services to older residents aged 50+, their families and carers. Whilst an associated brand partner of the national Age UK Charity, we have independent governance and our own responsibility for income generation. Every penny we receive stays on the Island and is used solely for the benefit of our local residents.
With your fundraising support we can help more older Islanders to improve their quality of life, whatever their situation.
Why Choose Us to Fundraise For?
With countless charities to choose from, we are truly grateful that you’re taking the time to consider us. Fundraising goes beyond just collecting donations; it fills us with immense gratitude to know that you’re willing to challenge yourself on our behalf to help support older individuals across the Island.
About Age UK Isle of Wight:
Age UK IW started in 1973, to enable older people on the Isle of Wight to live well, independently and to reduce loneliness and isolation. For over 50 years now we have done this successfully, but as the average age on the Island continues to rise so does the demand for our charity and services.
The Isle of Wight Council predicts that by 2030 almost 34.5% of the Island population will be over 65, and with Age UK IW supporting individuals over the age of 50 we are acutely aware that this increase will affect our capabilities and services greatly.
Our services page (click here to view) explains all that we do, and whilst we are proud brand partners of Age UK, we are very much an independent and local charity, in charge of raising our own finances and self governing. This means that every penny we raise stays on the Isle of Wight, supporting our parents, grandparents, neighbours, and friends.
Funding Misconceptions
The Age UK charity shops on the Island are very popular, but a common misconception is that the funds raised from these are ours. The shops are managed and fund Age UK - a deserving cause that supports national campaigning and movement for older people - but, a national one. Age UK Isle of Wight don't have charity shops.
We also do not commission national advertising or work outside of the Isle of Wight community.
Whilst we very much support everything that Age UK and the rest of the Age UK Network do, it can often lead to a misinterpretation about our funding needs. We invite you to read our Annual Report 2022 - 2023 to learn about the charities current financial position.
Last year alone, locally we supported nearly 5,000 clients and responded to just over 15,000 calls to our phonelines.
All these services require a level of funding, and whilst we are proactively looking at ways to raise funds ourselves, through our own fundraising and grant applications, we know that moving forward we need the support of our Island community to continue to support – our Island community!
Current Fundraising Events
From jumping from 10,000ft out of a plane to knitting little hats. Age UK Isle of Wight often have organised fundraising events that you can partake in. See what you can get involved in at the moment.
For some ideas and inspiration, view our fundraising pack online: Age UKIW Fundraising Pack
Set up an online fundraising page:
You can set up an online fundraising page on JustGiving by simply clicking below. Then, you can share the link to tell you friends, family and work colleagues what you're doing and encourage them to sponsor you online. It's a great way to keep everyone updated on your progress and to get people to sponsor and support you.
Just click the button below, choose a name for your page and add a message explaining your story and why you're supporting Age UK Isle of Wight.
How your organisation can get involved
A partnership with us could be beneficial for your business by helping you meet your corporate social responsibility objectives. It's a great way to motivate employees, gain insight into the over-50s market, get some great PR whilst helping Age UK IW to support vulnerable people in the local community.
Whatever you decide to do, Age UK Isle of Wight will support you every step of the way.
Raise more for Age UK Isle of Wight without it costing you a penny through Gift Aid!
If you are a UK taxpayer, please click download our Gift Aid form and send back to us in the post. This will enable us to claim back from HMRC the tax you have already paid - 25p in every £1 you give - which makes your gift even more valuable, at no extra cost to you.
We can even claim Gift Aid on donations you've made to over the last 4 years.