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 Sposnsered Walk 2012
The weather was unsure what it wanted to be, however, the rain stayed away and the sun was not too far away on Staurday 28th April 2012 for the BYSS Annual Sponsored Walk. The eager walkers, which included Masons, Ladies and Friends, left the Lodge at 11am and headed off for a pleasureable walk in the countryside overlooking Jedburgh. On return the ladies from Jedburgh laid on feast of hot and cold snacks along with some refreshing drinks. The Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master, Bro. John F. Lamb thanked everyone for their attendance and continued support for the BYSS followed by a thank you to the ladies for their excellent buffet. Early indications show that just over £1, 000 had been collected on the day but it is estimated that wth money that still needs to come in the total should be about £1, 400 which is great, especially in these tough economic conditions. The 2013 Sponsored Walk will be arranged by the Hawick Lodge No. 111. Sponsored Walk 2011 The sun was shining over Kelso for the The Annual Borders Youth Support Scheme Sponsored Walk which was hosted by The Lodge of Kelso No. 58 on Saturday 30 April 2011. The walkers left the Lodge at 11am to make a start on the route which was just over 6 miles taking in the beautiful countryside and views of the River Tweed that surrounds Kelso. A well earned rest along with plenty of refreshments was provided by the Immediate Past Provincial Grand Master and Mrs Marshall at Sprouston, then it was the home straight after that back to the Lodge in Kelso where more food and refreshments were available. Early indications show that about £1,300 had been raised with some sponsorship still to be collected.. The Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master, Bro. John F. Lamb, thanked everyone for their support and thanked those who gave sponsorship. Next year the Sponsored Walk will be hosted by Lodge St. John Jedburgh No. 104. The Sponsored Walk is open to everyone who wants to support this worthwhile cause, all Lodges, Family & Friends. BYSS Summary (PDF) Brethren - Your Continued support is very much appreciated - Thank You!! |
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Created in April 1992 the Borders Youth Support Scheme was set up to assist, in some small way, the young people from the counties of Roxburghshire, Peeblesshire and Selkirkshire, whether as part of a team, a group, or working for an individual achievement. A
committee was set up by the Provincial Grand Lodge of Roxburgh, Peebles
and
Selkirk Shires to operate the scheme and
manage the funds raised by the earlier events. They
considered the first of a number of applications for financial
assistance, which
have since included requests from such diverse sources as a group of
Cadets
wishing to partake in a British Forces Route March in Holland,
local
Football Clubs looking for strips or assistance with training
equipment, Scouts
to purchase equipment, a Boxing Club, Girl Guides,
a talented young musician, a handicapped swimmer to take his place in a National finals event, a local
Town Band for
uniforms, and an Accordion Band— the
list is growing still. Grants
have been made to practically everyone who has applied,
provided that the money will go to help those in the 11 to 18 age
group.
Exceptions have occasionally been made in the age category if the funds
were
used as part of a project which would be of benefit the entire
community. No
strings are attached to applications, and every penny
raised is disbursed in grants, as there are no charges or overheads
deducted
from the funds. Provincial
Grand Lodge has taken great pleasure from quietly
having made a positive contribution to the quality of life of some of
the young
people of the Borders. We
have no objection if the organisations or
individuals who
have benefited wish to make known that we have
assisted them, but there is no pressure on any beneficiary to publicise
the
fact. Up
to May 2010 we have disbursed funds of almost £40,000
since the scheme began and continue to make awards at the rate of
around £2,000
each year. Anyone wishing to apply for assistance only need approach any Lodge Member and ask for an Application Form, fill it in and return it. The committee will then consider each application on its merits and award a grant as appropriate; it’s as simple as that.
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