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Wightlink in the Community

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Every year, we sponsor a number of sporting teams, arts organisations, environment groups and local charities with discounted travel.

Our primary objective for sponsorship is to enhance the quality of life on the Isle of Wight, particularly for young people (under the age of 18), by providing travel benefits.

Consideration will be given to youth sporting teams or organisations that support youth development on the Isle of Wight – to encourage participation, help them excel and, where applicable, travel to the mainland to compete or perform at events.

2027 applications are now closed

We’ll let you know by mid-December whether your application has been successful. Wightlink’s next community sponsorship scheme will cover the period 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026.

For individual sponsorship, please visit our Talented Athletes page.

If you have any queries in the meantime, please email [email protected].

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Who we support

A young sailor competes in a sailing race on a small boat, wearing a life jacket and facing forward as he steers the boat. The sail is marked with the number 6631, and other boats are visible in the background, with the ocean and clear skies.

Talented Athletes

We’re proud of the men and women from the Isle of Wight dedicated to being the best in their sporting genre and continue to support the Isle of Wight Council’s Talented Athlete Scheme.

Talented Athletes
A group of 14 young soccer players for Oakfield FC pose for a team photo on a grassy field. They are all wearing matching blue soccer kits with white stripes and sponsor logos. The team is arranged in two rows, with the back row standing and the front row kneeling. The goal net and cars are visible in the background.

Sporting Teams

The Isle of Wight’s sporting calendar is packed throughout the year with a large number of talented teams playing recreationally and competitively. Wightlink recognises the importance of this to Island life and is pleased to sponsor a wide range of activities.

Sporting Teams
Fusion Arts Academy in matching black and red tracksuits stand and kneel inside Wightlink’s terminal, smiling and holding up medals in front of a “Welcome to Wightlink” sign.

Arts Organisations

The Isle of Wight has a vibrant visual and performing arts and music scene which is continuing to grow and develop. Wightlink is pleased to sponsor these arts and theatre companies.

Performing Arts Clubs
Snorkeler exploring a seagrass meadow underwater, with sunlight filtering through clear water and aquatic plants surrounding their hand.

Environment Groups

Wightlink also supports several groups which are working to preserve and enhance the environment.

Environment Groups
Solent Synchro team photo using a Wightlink in the Community selfie frame in the middle of the ice rink.

Wightlink in the Community Social Media

Our Wightlink in the Community social media is where we share news about the wide range of charities, good causes, sporting teams, individuals and arts groups that we support.

Hear the latest updates by following the links below.

Wightlink in the Community Meet & Greet 2026

Wightlink in the Community Sponsorship