AN appeal has been launched by the Bailiff allowing Islanders and organisations to donate money to those badly affected by Storm Ciarán.
The appeal has been established by the Island’s civic head, Sir Timothy Le Cocq, to support individuals and families who have been displaced and suffered hardship, and who need short term aid to help them through difficulty.
The fund will be administered by the Jersey Community Foundation and a board of six members including The Bailiff, Justice and Home Affairs Minister Helen Miles and St Clement Constable Marcus Troy, whose parish was badly hit on Thursday morning.
The appeal is not intended to cover insured or usually insured risks.
Sir Timothy said: “Storm Ciarán has left many having to move out of their homes and in need of short-term help to see them over a difficult and traumatic time.
“The generosity and community spirit of Islanders comes to the fore in times like this.”
He added: “It is not intended to affect any of the marvellous work that is being done voluntarily throughout the island, nor to any specific parish initiatives. It is intended that those operating the fund will work closely with the parishes.”
Jersey Community Foundation chief executive Anna Terry said: “During these trying times when some families have tragically lost their homes and belongings, we are determined to provide them with tangible support from the fund to rebuild their lives.”
Details of how to apply to the fund will be available soon.
Go here to make an online donation, or donate by making a bank transfer using the below details:
• Account name: Jersey Community Foundation
• Sort code: 40-25-33
• Account Number: 31896032
• Use ‘Bailiff’s Appeal’ as the reference if making a bank transfer
Cheques should be made out to ‘Jersey Community Foundation’ and sent to: Jersey Community Foundation, 9 Hope Street, St Helier JE2 3NS
Islanders with any questions about making a donation, can email development@jerseycommunityfoundation.org
