The Convoy is what it is, primarily because of the dedication and generosity of spirit of so many people that support it and take part, be it a driver, volunteer, marshal, entertainer, sponsor or patron. We especially recognise the dedication and enthusiasm of the officers from Norfolk & Suffolk Constabulary who provide us with our escort and keep us in line (literally)! An indication of the their valuable contribution is the fact that the police motorcycle outriders do the escort in their own time.

However, that is not all that we do…

Many people are unaware of the other benefits we provide to assist disabled and disadvantaged children and their families. 

We provide free respite holidays for families at two sites on the Norfolk Coast, California Cliffs and Vauxhall Holiday Park. Families are given passes to the facilities and entertainment to ensure that the maximum benefit is offered.

During the course of the year we organise days out to local tourist attractions, providing transport, free passes for the children and subsidising the costs to other family members.

Another highlight of our year is the Children’s Christmas Party. This includes entertainment, a party tea and the arrival of Santa Claus in a big American truck. 

To achieve these benefits we are constantly fundraising. We attend local shows where our merchandise stall and tombola are always popular. Our members and their vehicles are often to be seen in carnival processions throughout the region and we have a specially-modified exhibition trailer that can be hired for use as a stage for shows, fetes, etc. 

We are very lucky to receive donations from shops, cafes, pubs and the like that have one of our collection pots. 
 

We hope this has given you a brief insight into our Charity.

We would also like to remind you that the charity does not have any paid staff, we are all volunteers and it is estimated that less than 5p in each pound donated is used for admin costs.