The Manx Blind Welfare Society is appealing for local photographers to help the charity raise vital funds.
The Society, which looks after the interests of more than 600 people with serious sight loss on the Isle of Man, is putting together its fundraising 2016 calendar and a new set of Christmas cards.
They hope to have the calendar on sale by Tynwald Day, and the cards, which are being sponsored by Celton Manx, available in plenty of time for the festive season.
Manx Blind Welfare Society Volunteers Coordinator & Events Organiser Debbie Thomson said: ‘Our calendar has proved a big hit in recent years, selling all over the world and raising thousands of pounds to support our work. We already have a full complement of sponsors lined up for the 2016 edition and what we need now is photos which show the unique beauty of the Isle of Man.
‘We’d like to hear from anyone who has a photo they’d like to share, especially if it features an unusual view of the Island. The Society is very grateful for the support it has received from local photographers, both amateur and professional, in recent years. This support has allowed us to produce some truly stunning calendars which have showcased the splendour of the Island.’
She added: ‘Our hope is to have the calendar ready to sell on Tynwald Day, at the fairfield in St John’s, so if you think you could help please get in touch as soon as you can.’
Debbie said the Society is also looking for the perfect image to feature on a brand new Christmas card for 2015.
She explained: ‘We’ve been lucky enough to have been able to use some lovely photos for our Christmas cards and we’re hoping someone may have the perfect shot in their archives, perhaps showing snow on the Island or a traditional festive scene, which we could use this year. Thanks to the support of Celton Manx, all funds raised by the sale of the cards will go directly to supporting the society’s work with visually impaired people in the Isle of Man.’
If you would like to submit a photo, call Debbie on 674727 or email dthomson@mbws.org.im.
To find out more about the work of Manx Blind Welfare Society visit www.facebook.com/manxblindwelfaresociety.
