Join the Friends of COT
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Visit COT’s Rare Breeds Centre part of our Life Skills programmes.
About Friends of COT
The Friends of COT are an amazing volunteer group dedicated to raising funds for social and leisure activities for the people supported by COT. Family members, relatives, and friends of those supported by COT are all welcome to get involved – as are COT staff and volunteers.
You don’t need to be directly connected to COT to lend a hand. If you’re inspired by what they do and would like to be part of a fantastic team making a real difference, especially in fundraising, you’re more than welcome to apply to become a member.
The group meets every three months on Saturday mornings for around two hours with the option to join online. The Friends also run occasional weekend events, where just a couple of hours of your time can make a big impact.
Funding memory-making events and outings for supported people
The Friends of COT are a dedicated bunch who work tirelessly to ensure that everyone supported by COT can enjoy a wide range of fun and meaningful activities. Each year, they treat individuals to a trip to the panto, make sure everyone receives a Christmas gift, and put on two brilliant discos full of music, dancing, and good cheer.
To fund these wonderful moments, the Friends organise all sorts of fundraising events – from craft declutter sales and Sunday brunches to tombolas and wine raffles.
They’re currently on the lookout for more helping hands, whether that’s lending your time to organise events or volunteering on the day. If you’re up for getting stuck in and making a real difference, they’d love to hear from you!
Some recent activities and events funded by the Friends of COT
Get in contact
The Friends of COT would love to hear from you! Please complete this form to express your interest or ask questions. You should hear back within a few days. Thank you for your interest!