Kit Out the Nation is a month long Make a Difference campaign running from Saturday 4th September – Saturday 2nd October.
It’s aimed at taking in and distributing unwanted, good condition sports kit and equipment and getting it to children and teenagers who need it. We’ve long known of the issue around access to sport and exercise because of the affordability of kit. This has been compounded by the pandemic and this is our chance to help to improve that situation. Wiltshire YFC is also aware of the challenges that young people in rural areas face and we are committed to do what we can to enage, inspire and equip a younger generation.
The BBC WIltshire Give a Laptop campaign during the pandemic has now distributed almost 100,000 laptops to schools across England, and donations continue to come in, and we hope this campaign will have a similar impact.
Some suggestions:
Pop Up Goals
Footballs
Mobile Basketball/Netball/Volleyball and Badminton Posts
Rackets and Balls
Corner Flags and Markers
or feel free to contact Steve Dewar to discuss and make arrangements
Donations of Sports Equipment and suitable Resources can be dropped off to the Wiltshire YFC office based at the St James Centre, Devizes SN10 1LR or by calling YFC Team Leader Steve Dewar 07340930845 or emailing steve@wiltshireyfc.org.uk to arrange a convenient day and time.
All equipment and support will be put to use to enable children and teenagers to be active in villages and towns across Wiltshire. Our Pop Up Youth Work Van will also continues to connect with local teenagers and schools in the area to ensure the equipment is put to maximum use where it is needed.