Rotary Club Donation Supports The Willows Day Care Centre Fundraising Campaign
The Willows Day Care Centre in Sittingbourne has taken another exciting step towards its fundraising goal, thanks to the generous support of the Rotary Club of Sittingbourne.
The Willows, part of Avante Care & Support, has been raising funds to purchase an interactive projector that will provide clients with a wide range of engaging activities, including interactive games, puzzles and immersive visual experiences.
The equipment will help enhance daily sessions, encourage participation, support cognitive stimulation and create even more opportunities for social interaction and enjoyment.
Supporting Older People in the Sittingbourne Community
As part of its commitment to supporting local community organisations, the Rotary Club of Sittingbourne donated £250 towards the appeal. To recognise the donation, Day Care Officer Jeannette Spooner attended the Rotary Club's presentation evening on 1 June, where she received a certificate on behalf of The Willows and spoke to members about the day centre and the important role it plays in supporting older people across the local community.
Sharing The Willows' Story on Rotary Radio
The support continued when Jeannette was invited to the Rotary Radio studio in Sittingbourne on 2 July to record a podcast explaining how the donation will help The Willows achieve its fundraising goal.
Although initially nervous about speaking on the radio, Jeannette soon found herself at ease thanks to the warm welcome from the Rotary Radio team.
"I was very nervous about speaking on the radio," said Jeannette. "When I arrived, I discovered I was the only charity representative who had come into the studio to record in person. The other local charities had sent their information by email to be read out on their behalf. Steve Wood was incredibly kind and patient, allowing me to take my time, which made the whole experience much easier."
Listen to the Podcast
You can listen to Jeannette's Rotary Radio podcast below to find out more about The Willows Day Care Centre, the interactive projector fundraising campaign and the positive impact this exciting new equipment will have for clients.
The podcast gives listeners an insight into The Willows Day Care Centre, the services it provides for older people in the community, and how the new interactive projector will benefit those who attend by offering engaging, stimulating and enjoyable activities.
Almost There – £3,288.62 Raised So Far
Alongside the Rotary Club donation, Jeannette and the team at The Willows have been working hard to raise the funds needed for the interactive projector. The team has organised its own fundraising activities, including a sponsored golf putting competition, quiz nights and raffles.
The Willows is now very close to reaching its fundraising goal, with just £411.38 remaining to raise.
The support received from local businesses, organisations, families and the wider community has been greatly appreciated by everyone at the centre.
Thank You to the Rotary Club of Sittingbourne
Everyone at The Willows would like to thank the Rotary Club of Sittingbourne and Rotary Radio for their generosity, encouragement and support. Community partnerships like these play an important role in helping local services continue to grow and provide enriching experiences for the people they support.
