Geez A Gi' is a charity set out to provide access to Martial Arts classes across the UK by means of subsiding, and in some cases eradicating, the cost of necessary uniform and equipment needed to train. The name 'Geez A Gi' was chosen as it encompasses; the aim of the Christie's purpose, of giving all participants access to a uniform, highlights the Scottish origins of the charity, and is a slight linguistic humour in that it is a homophone. The Charity's purposes are: the advancement of public participation in sport, and the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. These purposes are in line with section (h) and (n), respectfully, of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005. To achieve this purpose, the organisation will seek to;
1) Provided access to Martial Arts clubs, organisations, and classes, by providing the individual with the mandatory uniform and equipment necessary to do so.
2) Highlight the need for this charity, and charities like it, within the local community and Martial Arts community as a whole.
3) Work alongside government initiatives to promote public health and participation in sport.
4) Liaise with Martial Arts clubs, organisation and classes to educate coaches and instructors on the barriers that may be faced by their current and potential client base, and promote the usage of our charity to further the above purposes.
