Community encourages its Branches to apply to the regional charity fund to help local community causes. The fund recently donated £200 to the Afan Boats Club, at the entrance to Port Talbot docks.
The club has about 250 members, including current and retired Port Talbot steel workers, and sections for children, women and those with disabilities, who take part in fishing and other activities.
The club’s facilities provide easy access to Aberavon beach, which is used for bathing, surfing and jet skiing. Morfa beach and Margam sands also provide excellent summer and winter angling.
The club hosts friendly competitions for members, including the heaviest cod competition on 10 December 2023, as well as fundraising activities to help fund fishing tackle and equipment.
The donation from Community’s regional charity fund has been much appreciated.
Left to right: Community and fishing club members: Geoff Williams, Jason Balston (Community Branch Secretary for LWIS Port Talbot, and club Fishing Secretary and committee member), Tim Hill (second place in the Darren Phillips Memorial Bass Competition, in memory of a Port Talbot steelworker and stalwart of the fishing club), Byron Adams and Lynette Adams.
Looking to support your local community?
At Community, we pride ourselves in supporting our members and their local communities. Whether you are looking to fund a local initiative or sports club, we encourage you to find out more about how we can help.
Click here to find out more about our Regional Charity Fund.
If you are a member of Community and need advice or support, please contact our Member Service Centre at help@community-tu.org or on 0800 389 6332.
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