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Welcome
to the Heart of Darts Website Registered Charity 1100678 Another New Year - more money to raise - more projects to fund - we have it all. The Heart of Darts was formed in December 2000 to give darts supporters and players, at all levels, their own unique charity. Hard to believe we are now in our sixth year!! The “Heart” refers to the compassion and big heartedness of the darts fraternity who seek (and rarely receive) the accolades they deserve for all the good they do, both individually and as teams. Ian Waller - Chairman (pictured right).
Everybody works voluntarily no wages are paid. Only necessary expenditure is made for things that cannot be obtained by gift or donation. We are a non – political charity and encourage and welcome help from virtually anybody. The aim of The Heart of Darts is to give help and support where it is not readily available from any other source. Items purchased e.g. wheelchairs, remain the property of the charity and are out “on loan” until such time as they are no longer needed, or need to be exchanged/ upgraded. This helps in two ways. First: We can donate or pass on equipment so others can benefit. Second: As it is ours the charity can pay maintenance or adaptation fees to save our recipients worrying about expense. Appeals are brilliantly managed by Jenny. Part of our system is to check to ensure that the help requested cannot be obtained elsewhere e.g. Social Services, grants, other charities etc. This is not a reflection on anyone’s integrity. Quite often we have found that people are unaware that the help they need is available if you know where to ask. We are sure no genuine person minds us checking and it ensures the funds are wisely spent. We have had some “dubious” appeals for cash, but have not paid out thanks to our information service. Indeed, the charity does not give cash, we buy the things needed, usually direct from manufacturers or mobility services. The people we help do not have to be connected to darts. It is the funds that are raised by dart players and supporters and those that benefit are usually recommended by dart people. Do not be shy in suggesting worthy cases. Some examples of the charity´s good work: Most of our supporters are aware of the charity´ connection
We are also pledged to
ensuring that the funds are made the best use of. While considering all appeals, it is our duty to make certain
that help sought cannot be obtained elsewhere – Social Services for
example. This is not being
harsh or miserly, rather we may be able to make people aware of help
they did not know was available. You
see, we are here to help with support advisedly and physically to the
best of our ability. We respect the privacy of our recipients, when asked we agree to anonymity. Some people still feel it is stigma to receive help, some feel it a blow to their pride, some feel it a sign of failure or inadequacy. You and we know this is just not so, but if someone feels that way we do our utmost to respect and protect their wishes. In the present style of living, we are extremely fortunate if we and our families never have to ask for, or receive help – be it financial, physical or mental, so please do not put off approaching us. We are compassionate and understanding and our sole purpose is to help and support if our constitution allows. As you can work out, we have spent thousands of pounds already, but are rewarded with the knowledge of how we have altered several lives for the better.
Ian Waller
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Everybody
works voluntarily, no wages are paid.