THE Whitchurch Women's Institute (WI) has donated money to a charity which runs a facility where horses and ponies provide therapy.
Whitchurch WI member Jaci Abdollahzadeh is a volunteer for Andover Riding for the Disabled and suggested the charity as a recipient for some of the funds raised during the WI’s time in Rotations Charity Shop in Whitchurch in 2023.
At the January meeting, WI members were pleased to welcome Alex Hambury-Williams, the chair and ride leader and Sue Cox the trustee, safeguarding officer and ride leader for the charity to talk about the charities work.
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The branch has been operating for over 50 years and a team of wonderful volunteers offers, where horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment for adults and children with disabilities.
The WI ladies enjoyed seeing and hearing how much pleasure and benefit it brings, including to children.
At the meeting, the WI was pleased to present a cheque for £750 to support the important work of the charity.
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