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Unlocking Potential: Junior Rowing Access in Newham

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Proposed budget

GBP 18,660

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Globe Rowing Club’s junior programme at Royal Albert Dock is transforming the lives of young people in Newham by offering them the chance to take part in an inspiring, healthy, and inclusive sport. Demand for rowing is growing rapidly, but a shortage of boats means we are forced to turn away local children who want to join. With your support, we can purchase two new double sculls—one for training and one for competition—so that more children aged 12–18 can experience the many benefits of rowing.

This project will open the door for many more young people each year to get active, build confidence, and develop lifelong skills in a safe, supportive environment.

Rowing helps children improve their physical and mental health, make new friends, and discover new opportunities, including scholarships and future careers.

By voting for this project, you will help create a healthier, more connected community and give Newham’s young people the chance to thrive on and off the water.

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Profile of Deirdre Nee
Posted by:Deirdre Nee
6 months ago
Great youth project amazing to watch junior rowing in the heart of London Excellent club and fantastic atmosphere
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Profile of Tabitha Campbell
Posted by:Tabitha Campbell
6 months ago
The great thing about this fundraiser is that it ie sustainable. The boats bought would be in service for years, getting kids on the water.
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Profile of T J
Posted by:T J
6 months ago
Great club, fantastic coaches and dedication from rowers. Fully support everything they are doing
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Profile of Wayne George
Posted by:Wayne George
6 months ago
Great to connect with you earlier. Amazing project
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Profile of Penelope Jarrett
Posted by:Penelope Jarrett
6 months ago
It is great to see the kids enjoying exercising outdoors, learning to work together, growing and flourishing.
  • 1 like
Profile of Flora Maclachlan
Posted by:Flora Maclachlan
7 months ago
I am a Junior at Globe Rowing Club. I am very grateful for the dedication of the coaches and club for the opportunity and inclusiveness of the sport and I encourage more juniors to join and enjoy this amazing sport.
  • 1 like
Profile of Cristiane Peluso
Posted by:Cristiane Peluso
7 months ago
As a parent of one of our juniors, I can see firsthand the transformative impact this the club has on our community. Globe is more than just a rowing club—it is a place where young people of all backgrounds and abilities come together to learn teamwork, discipline, and resilience both on and off the water. My son learned to row at Globe and for the first time has fallen in love with a sport, created new habits, had amazing experiences competing and making new friends. This budget would mean the club being able to extend the sport to more young people and give our existing Juniors more chances to compete and train with better equipment.
  • 1 like
Profile of Elham Sharafi
Posted by:Elham Sharafi
7 months ago
Rowing is more than just a sport, it’s a powerful tool for helping our children grow strong, confident, and connected. I’m glad that my daughter has joined Globe rowing club because it has given her confidence and positivity in her everyday life as well as helping her boost her fitness and her sense of belonging within the globe rowing community.
  • 1 like
Profile of Freya Lambert
Posted by:Freya Lambert
8 months ago
It's hard to overestimate the positive impact of sports on young people's lives. Supporting this project will mean that so many more children can experience not just an exciting and competitive sport, but also build an incredible community. Globe's Junior Squad has had so much success in the past, it would be great to see that continue with even more promising young athletes getting the chance to compete!
  • 3 likes
Profile of Sarah Cairn
Posted by:Sarah Cairn
8 months ago
Globe is lovely community club giving opportunities to local children in East London. Through the club the junior rowers get the chance to race in regattas across the country. New equipment would really help them compete on a more equal footing, these kids deserve it!
  • 6 likes
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Profile of Teah SloanTeah Sloan on September 14, 2025

Current status

under consideration

Tags

Health & Wellbeing
Voluntary, Community or Faith Sector-led Project
People Powered Places 2025 - 2027

Location

Royal Albert Dock, London, UK

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