At Urquharts it’s very important for us to be part of our community and find ways to give back. In the backdrop of COVID-19 when we weren't able to attend events & give sponsorship, our Optometrist weren't be able to go to schools, community groups or guilds to do talks – and so we’ve been looking for new ways to support people in Ayrshire. That’s why we’ve created the Urquharts ‘Care & Community’ fund, based on one of our key values. 6 times in the year we’ll have up to £1000 available for local groups and charities, focusing on a different category each time. Please see details and how to apply below.
Our Care & Community Fund is closed. For any enquiries, please email Kiera at communityfund@urquhart-opticians.co.uk - We look forward to reopening applications soon.
Galston Food Larder is a community group committed to helping people with meals and everyday essentials. Through the support of dedicated volunteers, they continue to make a real difference within their community by supporting those in need. We were proud to support them through the fund and help contribute to the positive impact they are making.
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Calums Cabin provides holiday homes on the Isle of Bute, Dumfries House in Ayrshire and more. These homes are for families affected by cancer or cancer related illnesses. They were created as a space for families to spend valuable time together and make memories. We were proud to support them through the fund and contribute to the positive impact they continue to make.
Ayrshire Tigers Powerchair Football Club was founded in 2015 in response to there being limited opportunities for disabled powerchair users in Ayrshire to engage in sport. There mission is to help improve the lives of all disabled powerchair users and reduce social isolation. We were delighted to support the club through the fund with a cheque donation of £750, helping them continue their fantastic work within the local community.
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Bonnyton Thistle is a local children's football club in Ayrshire. Last year we were delighted to be able to support the clubs 2016s group with brand new training kits.
Last year we were delighted to have supported Dayn Montgomery on his fundrasing for Whiteleys Retreat and Glasgow Children's Hospital. Dayn is only 11 and at a young age he received life changing surgery through Glasgow Children's Hospital. Dayn is now dedicating his time to fundraise and support these two charities, we were delighted to support him with a contribution of £650 through the fund.
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Last December we finished the year by taken part in the Glasgow Spirit of Christmas initiative, by donating gifts for children through North Ayrshire Food Bank, Women's Aid East Ayrshire and Barnardo's South Ayrshire. It was wonderful to be able to help provide extra comfort and joy to families during the season.
