The unit currently has single person paddle boards but these are unsuitable for younger persons who would not be able to operate them. The unit seeks funding to purchase large paddle boards which hold 6 to 8 young persons. This would allow more young persons to try paddle boarding.

We do not need to buy any safety equipment as we are well stocked with them. The equipment is stored in a locked garage at the scout hall.

The under 14's girls team is newly established.  It already has 22 girls who have joined and the numbers are continuing to climb.  Due to the team being newly established we need to ensure we have the essential items for the girls to feel they are truly part of a team/club. 

We hope to use the funding for:

22 x Training strips £660.00

22 x Rain Jackets £572

We will be creating fundraising events to make up the additional costs. 

We as a Parent Council feel that since lockdown during the pandemic that  its more important now than ever that children get to socialise and mix with other children and parties are the perfect opportunity for them to do this, as this ensures that the children and young people to have the opportunity to lead a healthy and active life. We would get the children involved within the planning of the parties so that they're voices are being heard and what their preferences are. the money we are applying for would be spent on as follows:

• Hall to hold the parties and events - £90 x3
• Decorations  because a party isn't complete without decorations - £310
• Entertainment - £200
• Catering - £70 x3

With the cost of living crisis people aren't able to have parties or children aren't able to attend parties with the lack of funds within families so if we are able to take the stress away for some parents and support the mental well being of the children in the community then we would love to do so.  Our aim is to have a Valentines party for the children in February, Easter party in April and then a halloween party in October next year.