The Guild of Experienced Motorists Road Safety Charity

The Guild of Experienced Motorists Road Safety Charity, registered as Charity Number 326857, is a UK-based organization dedicated to promoting road safety and reducing the number of people killed or seriously injured on UK roads. It operates under the umbrella of GEM Motoring Assist, an automotive services organization with a long history dating back to 1932.

History

The charity's roots trace back to the establishment of GEM Motoring Assist, which began as the Company of Veteran Motorists in 1932. Over the years, the organization evolved, changing its name several times until it became GEM Motoring Assist in 2004. The establishment of The Guild of Experienced Motorists Road Safety Charity was a further step in championing road safety through charitable initiatives.

Mission and Work

The charity's core mission is to promote road safety by supporting educational initiatives, projects, and partnerships across the UK. Since its inception, it has awarded grants to various road safety projects, fostering partnerships and collaborations to enhance impact. The charity emphasizes the importance of understanding applicants' experiences and perspectives, which has led to enduring relationships and effective outcomes.

Grant Programmes

The charity offers grants to support road safety initiatives, particularly focusing on educational projects. Although it is keen to support other areas of road safety where funding might be limited, the grants program is currently closed to new applications. The charity encourages collaboration among organizations to achieve greater impact, often supporting projects with clear lead organizations and defined roles among partners.

Impact

Through its support of diverse road safety initiatives, the charity contributes significantly to improving road safety awareness and reducing accidents. It invites donations to continue its vital work, aiming to make a lasting difference in road safety across the UK.

Parent Organization

GEM Motoring Assist, the parent organization, provides breakdown services and road safety literature, offering comprehensive support to motorists. It operates a 24-hour Rescue Control Centre and has a nationwide network of recovery vehicles.

References

1. GEM Motoring Assist - Wikipedia
2. GEM Road Safety Charity
3. The Guild of Experienced Motorists Road Safety Charity details

[1] https://www.motoringassist.com/road-safety-charity [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/326857/contact-information [3] https://roadsafety.org.uk [4] https://www.motoringassist.com/the-gem-story [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GEM_Motoring_Assist