Foundation of Light are proud to have been part of the North East United initiative, an innovative programme designed to improve student engagement and support attendance in schools through the power of sport.
The day was delivered in partnership with Sunderland AFC partners Utilita and the EFL. Supporters had the chance to take their photo with Sunderland AFC’s EFL Championship play-off final trophy.
England Women’s Euro success is another boost to women and girls’ football after the Foundation of Light stepped up its girls-only session delivery.
Foundation of Light are pleased to launch an exciting new initiative to develop female football coaches in Sunderland.
Foundation of Light and Sunderland AFC have won the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award in recognition of our ongoing commitment to the armed forces community.
The ‘Skills Awards’ night celebrated the achievements of those working with Sunderland AFC’s official charity’s employability, community learning, and alternative education programmes.
Foundation of Light’s women’s and girls’ football programme enjoyed a season of unprecedented development and success in 2024-25.
Foundation of Light partners took to Ramside Hall to compete in the charity’s fifth annual Golf Day.
Young father Kaillum McDermont, 19, has found his career path and now full-time employment after taking part in the Foundation of Light's employability coaching.