Wear 25: Emily turns passion for football into coaching experience
Emily Burns has become the Foundation of Light’s latest Wear 25 Award winner in recognition of her personal development and commitment as a volunteer across a range of events.
We’re delighted to launch this offer and announce the opening of our pitches and courts to the public. When building the Beacon we wanted to create an elite facility available to people who play sports at grassroots levels and we hope that those who take advantage of this offer will see that for themselves.
Phil King, Beacon of Light General ManagerThe Beacon of Light brings all aspects of Foundation of Light’s award-winning community programmes under one roof in four distinct areas: Education; Health and Wellbeing; Sport and Play; and World of Work. All profits from the Beacon of Light’s operations will support Foundation of Light’s charitable work within the community. To register your interest for the opening offers visit bit.ly/BeaconOffer or call 0191 5515191. Terms and conditions apply.
Emily Burns has become the Foundation of Light’s latest Wear 25 Award winner in recognition of her personal development and commitment as a volunteer across a range of events.
Foundation of Light proudly represented Sunderland AFC at the 2026 Premier League Kicks Cup national finals at St George's Park National Football Centre.
Foundation of Light is teaming up with Men's Pie Club to bring a new weekly group to the Beacon of Light, creating a relaxed space where men can connect, make pies and enjoy good conversation.