STRATFORD-upon-Avon Boat Club’s adaptive squad have been awarded a substantial grant from the Toyota GB Community Fund.
The Toyota Community Fund is a programme of small grants designed to help local charities, clubs and community projects.
Since its inception in 2011, Toyota GB have supported over 650 projects and provided over £1,100,000 worth of investment.
This investment has helped set up and enrich multiple organisations and has supported social-focused projects aimed to benefit health and wellbeing.
And the investment has also been of benefit to those needing increased mobility allowing those with physical impairments to better engage with their environment and aspirations.
Mark Dewdney, Stratford Boat Club’s Head Adaptive Coach, said: “The award has come at a crucial time for Stratford Boat Club and the adaptive squad.
“Because of our expansion over the years enabling us to offer rowing to a wider cohort of disabled athletes, we need more specialised equipment and training if members are to attain greater skills and inclusivity.
“Some immediate expenditure will be made of two sets of specially engineered blades (oars) for the athletes and training courses tailored to their needs.”
Paul Stanton, President of Stratford upon Avon Club added: “We are massively indebted to Toyota GB and their Community Fund Award.
“The award has come about because of our close relationship with Listers Toyota Stratford and their involvement with the Club and especially the adaptive section.
“This fits well with Toyota GB’s sponsorship and involvement with the Paralympics and adaptive sport.
“Our thanks to Richard Burt, Centre Principal for Listers Toyota Stratford and Joseph Hawkins, Marketing Manager for Listers Group Ltd for introducing the club to Toyota GB and supporting our application.
“The relationship goes from strength to strength!”
