An urgent appeal has been launched to ensure one of Bolton's services continues to provide a 'lifeline'. Daytrippers Bolto n, an organisation which provides fun and inclusive days out for children with disabilities, needs the help of the people of Bolton to continue to run as it receives less funding each year. The organisation has been creating unforgettable days out for families with children who have disabilities for over 20 years.
Their team of volunteers organise and subsidise activities and provide free transport, ensuring families can enjoy inclusive, fun-filled experiences without financial strain. But after receiving less funding in recent years, the organisation has had to reduce some of its offering. Daytrippers vision is to continue offering vital services and prevent it from folding due to funding challenges.
And they are now appealing for support, with the money raised set to cover operational costs, maintain transport services and subsidise the activities, ensuring that they can keep bringing joy and respite to families. Carole Brennan, Chairperson of Daytrippers said: “Pre-Covid we always used to get a grant off Bolton Council for £12,000 a year and we had been in receipt of that for quite some time. Daytrippers need funding support (Image: Carole Brennan) “The council has now restructured the grant system and the CVS are now handling it and the way it is now is the maximum we can apply for is now £2,000.
“So, in effect we have lost £10,000 and becaus.
