Our Board and Team

Meet the People Behind the Work

Samantha Hodson

Secretary

People say you can't choose your family, but sometimes you can get close. This is what kayaks means to me

Fay Cunningham

Trustee

I'm proud to be Patron to this wonderful charity, The work they do with special needs children is amazing

Jay Bowley

Trustee/Equipment Manager

This group has helped my family so much, it's nice to give something back.

Jill Osborne

Treasurer

Kayaks has become a lifeline for many families across our region and beyond, they deserve the best we can give.

You can't pour from an empty cup.

Kimberley Elliot

Vice-Chair

KAYAKS helped my family when we needed them the most, what better way to give back than to help others who need the same kind of support we received.

Diane Urua

Greeter

Kayaks is like a family. They give u hope when u feel like there's none in a non judgemental setting.

Jean Elliot

Trustee/Resident "Nanna"

This charity is close to my heart and always will be

Anne Yorston

Fundraiser

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Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much!

Richard Johns

Volunteer Coordinator

Seeing children and parents feeling safe, smiling and happy at kayaks is the reward for me.

Martin Fisher

Volunteer Coordinator

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Most rewarding, satisfaction knowing children and parents are happy around me, patience and understanding, help achieve goals, and build a rapport.