A Derby organisation that supports children with early intervention and emotional education has set out plans to raise £50,000 to help families in the city. Bridge the Gap, in St Mary’s Gate, wants a Family Support Fund so children can access free support sessions with expert staff. Jennifer Wyman, founder and director of the award-winning CIC, says turning families away who need support is heartbreaking.
The 47-year-old, who has worked with children and families for more than 20 years, said: “It really upsets me when we find out that a child can’t access sessions at Bridge the Gap because the family can’t afford it.”
“Early intervention should be available to every young person who needs it – and Derby is no exception. Emotional health has to be a priority for our children, so the Family Support Fund will reach children who need help to understand and navigate their emotions before they reach crisis point.”
Jennifer and Nikki Webster, director and clinical lead at Bridge the Gap, want to raise £50,000 at a fundraising gala on Thursday, March 26, at Derby’s Valliant Live.
The formal black-tie event will be hosted by TV personality Baasit Siddiqui and includes a luxury three-course dinner. Special guests, Nigel Owens, one of the world’s greatest rugby referees, and Sean Heydon, magician and Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, will entertain guests.
