Housebuilder, Barratt Homes has donated £1,500 as part of its Community Fund initiative to Plymouth-based sailing charity, Horizons.
Horizons works with young people aged between eight and 19 from disadvantaged backgrounds or who have a disability or learning difficulties. The charity provides educational sailing sessions and courses with participants given the opportunity to undertake formal training and industry recognised qualifications.
Simon Mace, chief executive of Horizons, said:
“We use sailing as a tool to create opportunities to learn practical skills through water-based activities. Our sailors not only have fun, they gain confidence, problem solving skills, teamwork experience, and the awareness to keep themselves and others safe on the water.
“Through our activities participants build their resilience and positive character attributes, whilst gaining transferable skills that improve the chances of success in their wider lives. Donations such as this are vital in helping us to meet our essential operating and boat maintenance costs.”
Nicki Reid, sales director for Barratt Homes Exeter, said:
“We are extremely passionate about supporting the communities in which we work and are delighted to have donated £1,500 to Horizons. The difference they make to the lives of young people in our area is inspiring and I would like to thank the charity, on behalf of everyone at Barratt Homes, for all that they do.”
