This is a holiday scheme organised and funded by Mother’s Union members in the Diocese. One of the purposes is firstly to help and support families who are struggling often in emotional ways and who would benefit from a break away and, for financial reasons, are not able to have a holiday. Secondly it may be possible to help groups enjoy a day out together.
Each application has to be accompanied by a recommendation from someone known to the applicants, such as a Vicar, social worker, a doctor. Requests can also come from Mothers' Union members provided they are happy to complete the relevant application forms.
Requests can be sent to Mothers Union AFIA, 7, Priory Row, Coventry, CV1 5EX or by email to mu.cov.afia@outlook.com
The basic criteria is that you have not had a holiday for three years and you have not had a holiday through AFIA before.
Our funds are limited but we encourage you to apply if you meet the listed criteria.
This summer, we are funding some bus passes for 13 families to visit different parks in and around Coventry, so they can enjoy time in nature and meet up with other families.
Here are some photos of families who have enjoyed holidays recently which have been made possible by AFIA.
(Photos used with permission).
Our AFIA coordinator is Lynnette Askew.
