Creative Isle of Wight health charity, Independent Arts, has been chosen to take part in the well-known Big Give Christmas Challenge once again.

The online campaign, which lasts just one week, starts at midday on Tuesday, November 28, and enables donations to the small charity to be matched – making twice the impact.

This year, with funding for all charities squeezed, Independent Arts is asking supporters to consider giving to its Ageing Artfully campaign, because it will mean that donations are doubled.

Lisa Gagliani, chief executive, says: “We understand that everyone has cut back on spending this year, everything has gone up.

To make a donation, visit the charity's campaign page here.

“This is a way for supporters to say thank you, without it costing a lot, and it will mean that weekly services for older people here in our community who have come to rely on their weekly hit of SingAbout, Dance Makers or Creative Cafe, can continue.”

The funding towards these groups, will help to support participants like Pete, a Cowes SingAbout Participant, who said: “I’ve gotten used to not doing things, but now, coming here on a Tuesday to sing, it honestly makes my week.

“The friendship is the main thing.”

What do I need to do?

  • Add a calendar reminder to your diary for Tuesday, November 28 at 12pm including this link which will take you to the charity's campaign page. At that time precisely, a donate button will appear – it won’t be there until the campaign starts.
  • Have your 3D secure debit or credit card ready when you make your donation.
  • Share Independent Arts Ageing Artfully campaign page with friends and family.