Black Isle Need to Play Association

How to Apply for Support

We welcome applications from families of children and young people (aged 0–19) with additional needs who live on the Black Isle and are experiencing financial hardship.

✅ Who Can Apply

Families now have two options:

• Apply directly using our application form (must be signed by a known NHS or Educational professional)

• Or, ask a trusted professional (e.g. Health Visitor, GP, Teacher, Speech & Language Therapist) to refer on your behalf

All applications must be supported by a professional who works directly with your child, to confirm the request is genuine.

🔒 Confidentiality Matters

To ensure complete confidentiality:

• Applications only require your child’s initials, age, and postcode

• No identifying personal details are shared with the committee

• Only charity office bearers have access to the submitted information

Applications are reviewed anonymously, and all referrals are treated with the utmost care and discretion.

📄 Where to Find the Forms

• Application Form – available on our DOCUMENTS page

• Boundary Criteria – also available on the DOCUMENTS page to confirm catchment eligibility

📬 How to Submit Your Application

You can return your completed form in either of the following ways:

• Scan and email to: blackisleneedtoplay@gmail.com

• Post in an envelope marked Confidential to:
  The Secretary, BINtP
  The Steading, Knockmuir Road,
  Avoch, IV9 8RD

⚠️ Please Note

We are unable to provide support for items or services where there is already a statutory obligation (i.e. something that should be provided by the local authority, health board, etc).

💬 If you’re unsure whether your request qualifies, please feel free to contact us—we’re here to help.

Registered Scottish Charity No. SC023244