Children's activity charity appeals for volunteers

A CHARITY which drums-up funds for children's play schemes and activities is on the look out for more volunteers.

Rotherham Time 4 Play is run by a small committee of volunteers who raise money for a programme of activities for children and young people with disabilities.

The team holds a monthly meeting and is asking for volunteers to join them and help to co-ordinate 2010's events.

Chairwoman Jayne Newall said: "We don't expect everyone to come to every meetingbut if you can spare an hour or so to share your ideas that would be great.

"Over the years we've developed the expertise to successfully raise money through various sources. 

"We continue to celebrate success by working well with partners who provide quality provision and have made firm friends along the way. 

"We've also lobbied for better provision for our children and young people and are now pleased to be a recognised driving force within the sector."

Among the activities that have taken place this year, the charity has supported a successful Reach Summer Play Scheme, which included activities at Rother Valley Country Park. 

The team also joined forces with Rotherham Borough Council's Children and Young People's services under the banner of the Elephant's In-step Club, based at the International Centre in Kimberworth Park. The Elephant's In-step Club hosts monthly, themed club nights and has also provided residential breaks to Filey as well as an Arts Week during the summer. 

Jayne added: "During 2009 we have been and continue to be involved in two local successful projects, but we are always open to new initiatives and challenges.

"All of us want to provide fun activities for the children and young people and a bit of respite for the families."

Meetings take place every second Monday of the month from 6.30pm at Grafton House, off Effingham Street, in Rotherham.

This year's AGM will take place on Monday, December 14, at 6pm, when the year's achievements will be celebrated.

For more information contact Jayne Newall on 01709 877149 or e-mail [email protected].