Friends of Chernobyl's Children say they will continue bringing youngsters from Belarus for their annual holiday in the Island - despite rising costs.
Eighteen youngsters have recently returned from a month-long summer break here - enjoying more than 40 visits in 20 action-packed days.
The trip - for youngsters aged 7 to 12 - recharges their immune systems and is thought to prolong their lives.
But it's becoming more expensive every year - and this summer was hit by the rising cost of travel.
The charity is supported by donations from residents and businesses - the group's Norman Rivers says the finances were very tight this year:
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