On 27th January 2022 we successfully raised £10,834 with 75 supporters in 56 days.
Target smashed..........
£4000 match funding secured........
New boat engine ordered........
A massive thank you to everyone who supported us and helped with pledges and donations, your efforts are really appreciated. Everyone in the club is now looking forward to getting…
Wight Dolphins Sub Aqua Club - Engine Replacement
by Paul Downes in Newport, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
We did it
On 27th January 2022 we successfully raised £10,834 with 75 supporters in 56 days
Wight Dolphins are looking for help to raise funds to get our boat back in the water and continue our diving and our community activities.
by Paul Downes in Newport, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Our total currently stands at £8535, and we have 21 days left to make it to our £10,000 target.
We have a few Try Dive places left, and several places left on the Ocean Diver course, so if you're interested in diving, or know somebody that is, don't hesitate to…
Well, what a start we have had, already up to £8,450 before Xmas, and our Sport England Match Funding £4,000 has already been added. A massive thank you to every one who has made pledges, it is very much appreciated.
We have 37 days left to reach our £10,000 target, and…
Well we are 1 week into our fundraising campaign, and were up to £1,450 already. A big thank you to everybody who has pledged. We need to secure our match funding, and want to get as many people involved as possible involved, so please spread the word as far as…
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The site is now up and running, we've got 8 weeks to reach our target.
First bit of great news, we have been awarded £4,000 of match funding form Sport England - thanks so much.
The hard work starts now, a long way to go.
Rewards
This project offers rewards in return for your donation
£25 or more
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Try Dive Experience
For a pledge of £25 or more we'll give you a 1 hour try dive experience in a local swimming pool to give you a gentle introduction to Scuba Diving in a safe environment with our qualified instructors. Sessions will be scheduled when a big enough group is available.
*** Gift Certificates available - great Xmas presents ***
£5 or more
0 of 20 claimed£10 discount off an MOT
For a pledge of £5 or more receive £10 off an MOT from our friends at at Cowes Harbour Garage, voucher provided and valid through 2022.
£5 or more
0 of 20 claimed£10 Discount off Air Con Re-charge
For a pledge of £5 or more receive a £10 discount when you get your car's air conditioning re-charged by our friends at Cowes Harbour Garage (only applies to R-134 gas, phone the garage for confirmation).
£5 or more
Summer BBQ
For a small pledge of £5 or more you will be invited to our summer BBQ on the Isle of Wight, where we will feed and entertain you as a thank you for helping us. Date and venue to be decided.
£10 or more
£10 Donation
If you would like to make simple donation, anything you can offer will be really appreciated, we'll post a big thank you on our social media sites.
£10 or more
Club Branded Beanie Hat
For a pledge of £10 or more we'll give you a Plain Beanie hat with the club logo embroidered on the front, one size, available in a choice of colours.
£10 or more
2 of 10 claimedJar of Honey
For a pledge of £10 or more we'll give you a jar of delicious honey fresh from the hives of one of our club members, delivered to your door anywhere on the Isle of Wight.
£10 or more
1 of 5 claimedHomemade Cakes
For a pledge of £10 or more we'll reward you with a delicious homemade cake baked by one of our club members, delivered to you anywhere on the Isle of Wight. Choose from Victoria Sponge, Lemon Drizzle or Pistachio and Lime. Regrettably not able to supply vegan or gluten free options.
£10 or more
0 of 10 claimed10% Discount off Teeth Wightening
For a pledge of £10 or more receive a 10% discount off Teeth Whitening treatments from Island Dental Care in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. A voucher will be provided with 12 month validity.
£10 or more
10% Discount on BSAC Instructor Training
For a pledge of £10 or more receive a 10% discount on a range of BSAC Instructor Training courses provided by our friends at Vectis Expeditions based here on the Isle of Wight.
£15 or more
Club Branded Polo Shirt
For a pledge of £15 or more we'll give you a plain cotton Polo shirt with the club logo embroidered on the chest, choice of colours and sizes available.
£25 or more
Marine Life Photograph
For a pledge of £25 or more we'll give you a high quality print of of various marine life images taken by some our club photographers, approx A4 sized and printed in thick card ready for mounting. You will be offered a choice of prints.
£25 or more
2 of 10 claimedSnorkelling Lesson
For a pledge of £25 or more we'll give you a Snorkel Lesson in the safe environment of a local swimming pool with our qualified instructors. You'll be ready to go and explore the local marine environment safely. Sessions will be scheduled when a big enough group is available.
*** Gift Certificates available - great Xmas presents ***
£30 or more
Custom T-shirt
For a pledge of £30 or more we're offering a bespoke design T-shirt, manufactured by the ethical clothing company Teemill. You'll only be able to get this design from us, it will be unique! A single order will be placed when all pledges are received.
£30 or more
Club Branded Hoodie
For a pledge of £30 or more we'll give you a plain zip through Hoodie with the club logo embroidered on the chest, available in a range of sizes and colours.
£30 or more
Dry Suit Training Course
For a pledge of £30 or more we'll take you through the BSAC Dry Suit course, so you can keep warm and toasty all year round. You will need your own dry suit.
£30 or more
1 of 32 claimedIsle of Wight Diving Day
For a pledge of £30 or more, we'll provide a full days boat diving, with minimum of 2 dives, then followed by a BBQ on the beach. Dates and times to be confirmed, some time in the 2022 dive season.
£100 or more
Pre-paid Dive Pack
For a pledge of £100 existing club members can receive 11 free Solent boat dives. Excess fuel charges may apply for dives outside the Solent.
£185 or more
0 of 10 claimedDiscovery Diver Training
For a pledge of £185 or more we'll teach you to Scuba Dive through the BSAC Discovery Diver course. You'll be given 2 pool lessons, and 2 open water lessons. Once qualified we'll provide 2 free club dives to get you started. The price includes the use of all Scuba Equipment but you will have to pay the BSAC membership fees (up to £60) and the online theory training (£39).
*** Gift Certificates available - great Xmas presents
£280 or more
6 of 9 claimedOcean Diver Training
For a pledge of £280 or more we'll take you through the sheltered and open water training for BSAC Ocean Diver course. This will include 4 pool lessons and 4 open water lessons. Once qualified we'll provide 2 free club dives to get you started. The price includes the use of all Scuba Equipment but does not include BSAC membership fees (up to £60) or the online theory trainng (£59). *** Gift Certificates available - great Xmas presents ***
£100 or more
5 of 5 claimedBoat Sponsorship
For a pledge of £100 or more we'll give you the opportunity to sponsor our club boat. As a boat sponsor your name or company logo will be prominently displayed on the club dive boat for all to see as we are out and about diving around the Isle of Wight. You'll also have the opportunity to join us for a Rib Ride to the Needles, and your name or company logo will be displayed on our Facebook page.
£400 or more
1 of 1 claimedOcean Diver Training Course
For a pledge of £400 or more we'll train you as an Ocean Diver.
Experience the next level of BSAC training by undertaking the Ocean Diver course. This will include 4 pool lessons, 4 open water lessons plus online theory training. Once qualified we'll provide 2 free club dives to get you started. The price includes the use of all Scuba Equipment.
*** Gift Certificates available - great Xmas presents ***