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StarJam, a nationwide charity that uses music, dance and performance to empower young disabled people, is facing closure unless it receives urgent financial support.
It has operated for 22 years, and opened weekly workshops in Ōrewa in 2022. In a press release last week, its chief executive, Gilli Sinclair, said StarJam is in a critical situation due to the escalating cost of living, increased operational expenses, and reduced funding streams.
Without immediate intervention, StarJam will be forced to suspend its workshops next week, the release says. “This would have a devastating impact on the young participants.”
StarJam launched an emergency appeal on April 2, with the goal of raising $100,000 to keep its programmes going. Info: email gilli@starjam.org or phone 021 1777 517.
Donations are welcome via https://save-starjam.raiselysite.com/
