Bletchingley Bowling Club will be hosting a charity match on Monday, July 17, 2023, to raise money for the Children With Special Needs Foundation. The match will be between Bletchingley BC and Dennyside Bowling Association and will feature players from Bletchingley, as well as two guest players.
There is no match fee or after-match meal cost for this game, and the club is encouraging players to give generously to the charity collection after the match. The Children With Special Needs Foundation is a charity that provides support to children with special needs and their families.
About Dennyside Bowling Association
Dennyside Bowling Association is a men’s outdoor bowling association that was founded in 1936 by Leonard Denny of the Cambridge Park Bowling Club. The association’s main objective is to help bowling clubs raise money for local charities and worthy causes. The hosting clubs that invite Dennyside BA for a match nominate their chosen charity where the money will be well spent.
About Children With Special Needs Foundation
The Children With Special Needs Foundation is a UK-based charity that provides support to children with special needs and their families. The foundation was founded in 1989 by a group of parents who were concerned about the lack of support available for children with special needs in their local area.
The foundation’s mission is to “improve the lives of children with special needs and their families by providing financial assistance, practical support, and emotional support.” The foundation offers a variety of services, including:
- Financial assistance for equipment, holidays, and tuition
- Practical support, such as respite care and home adaptations
- Emotional support, such as counselling and support groups
Where and When
The match will be played on the club’s green at Grange Meadow, Bletchingley, and will start at 2:00 PM. Everyone is welcome to come and support the match, and to help raise money for a worthy cause.