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As a non-profit, independent charity dedicated to making a difference, we rely on generous donations from individuals like you. Your contributions help sustain our mission and support the valuable work we do as a local children’s charity. Consider donating to charity via JustGiving Donations to help us continue our vital initiatives. Explore how to support us and make a meaningful impact today.

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Funded Programmes

Cobnor Activities Centre Trust is dedicated to ensuring our Centre is accessible to all.

We are very grateful to several organisations for donating grants to support our mission. We have recently received funding from the following organisations:

  • Fat Face Foundation: Through our Young Helms Programme we are enabling up to 200 young adults to experience water activities. Read more
  • Bassil Shippam and Alsford Trust: Supporting the CACT three-day Holiday Camp for six disadvantaged local primary school children. Read more
  • The Hedley Foundation: Providing opportunities for 14 homeless individuals to engage in water-based activities in Autumn 2024.
  • RYA Foundation Fund: Partnering with Scaramouche Sailing Trust to bring 10 Year 7 and 8 pupils for two weekends to achieve RYA Youth Stage 1 and 2 in Autumn 2024.
  • Collaboration with Young People’s Shop: CACT met with Young People’s Shop to explore new opportunities for collaboration.
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More about our Funded Programmes

Transforming Lives: Fat Face Foundation supports CACT’s 2024 Young Helms keelboat sailing programme

Cobnor Activities Centre Trust (CACT) are delighted to announce that Fat Face Foundation are supporting the 2024 CACT Young Helms keelboat sailing

Bassil Shippam and Alsford Trust Funding making an impact!

CACT was delighted to receive £1,000.00 from the Bassil Shippam and Alsford Trust to fund a Multi Activity Camp during the school summer holidays for six local disadvantaged pupils

Celebrating The Scaramouche Sailing Trust

On Day 3 of Cowes Week 2024, there was an evening reception at the Sir Max Aitken Museum in Cowes to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Greig City Sailing Academy.

Exploring a collaboration with Young People's Shop

CACT met with Young People’s Shop to explore new opportunities for collaboration.

"Thank you for running such brilliant days for us. I can’t think of my best bit as the whole day was just fantastic!"

Boxgrove CofE Primary School

"We could not be more impressed with the staff. They were fantastic with the children, extremely knowledgeable about the activities and really promoted independence and resilience."

Barnham Primary School

"I loved being out on the water and having fun with my friends. It makes me feel good and happy. "

Ella, 28 years old

Together Our Community, Young Helms

"We loved our week. Thank you to your excellent team. See you next year."

The Belham Primary

"Thank you for an excellent experience, the staff encouraged those who were unsure in fun and exciting ways."

Park Community School

"Best thing I have done this year!"

Harrison, 13 years old

Cornfield School

"All round a team of very friendly and professional team. Made the course very enjoyable."

Sally

RYA Level 1 Course

"Having done many residentials over 30 years, Cobnor is absolutely the best. Thank you so much! "

Willen Primary School