All of the charities are nominated by members of the congregation. 

We currently give approx. £8,000 each year to charities. Our three focus charities receive £1,500 each and other charities are given £500 or £250 each.

On Mission Giving Sundays a speaker from a focus charity gives a presentation at the 11am service. At Evensong a representative from St Mary's addresses the congregation. 

Young people from the congregation at the All Night Make Poverty History Rally

There is an article in St Mary's News and a display at the back of the church giving more information about each of the charity's work. 

£1,500 to our focus charity: 
The Islay Energy Trust
The Islay Energy Trust – a community-owned charity whose aim is to develop and operate renewable energy projects for the benefit of the community and to promote energy efficiency and carbon saving.

and £500 each to 
Winston’s Wish   
Winston’s Wish – to offer help to children who are intimately bereaved and support to the adults who care for them .

Breast Cancer Haven   
Breast Cancer Haven - supports the physical and emotional needs of anyone affected by breast cancer.

and £250 to 
Earl Mountbatten Hospice
Earl Mountbatten Hospice - the only Hospice on the Isle of Wight – to care for those who have life-shortening illnesses and support their families.

Harold Carter Bequest
providing small grants
to local people in need