In 2020 the Border Collie Club of Great Britain (‘the Club’) made a donation to the BC Covid Support Fund. The unused funds returned to the Club have been used to create a permanent Assistance Fund (‘the Fund’).

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE FUND

• veterinary fees not covered by insurance

• boarding fees if, due to ill health, the owner cannot look after their dog(s)

• dog walking costs if, due to ill health, the owner cannot exercise their dog(s) themselves

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• The Fund is open to applications from fully paid up members of the Club

• Applicants must have been Club members for at least 6 months

• Successful applicants agree to continue membership for at least 12 months following receipt of support

APPLICATION FOR ASSISTANCE

• Applications must be made in writing and sent to the Club secretary

• The application should detail the reason for assistance

• Applications will be considered by the Club committee and the applicant will be notified in writing of the decision

• Support payments will be made only by bank transfer to the applicant’s account

BCCGB 13 September 2021