Spring into action with our May Holiday Courses
Activities for the half-term are set to kick-off on Tuesday 26 May with a range of options to help children spring into action no matter their interests.
Dan Ballard: Our Community Champion in pictures
Dan Ballard has been named PFA Community Champion for his ongoing support of Sunderland AFC's official charity - Foundation of Light.
We take a look back at the defender's Foundation highlights in pictures:
Foundation first: Dan's first involvement with the Foundation came soon after his signing in 2022, when he helped see of Alexander, one of our participants, on his Children in Need Rickshaw Relay Challenge
Always up for a challenge, Dan took part in our game to raise awareness for respiratory health ahead of No Smoking Day
Dan joined Black Cats teammates for a 'Seeing is Believing' tour to understand the Foundation's work, getting involved with our Wear Together group...
...and Veterans Football!
Dan showed his support for our 'Heart on your Sleeve' campaign...
...proudly sporting the logo on Foundation of Light Matchday in 2024
He was back at the Beacon to get involved in World Book Day celebrations...
...and got into the spirit as Where's Wally
It wasn't long before he joined us again
Getting involved in our summer holiday courses with Dan Neil
Dan joined teammate Trai Hume to surprise Sunderland AFC and Northern Ireland supporter, Toby Patterson, with a mascot place for the fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion
He has regularly signed and donated memorabilia to assist Foundation of Light's fundraising efforts
He recently came back to a Wear Together session, joining in with the games...
...and was surprised with the PFA Community Champion award, honouring four years of outstanding support for his club's community!
Wear 25: Coral Kelly recognised for dedication on and off the football pitch
Foundation of Light has recognised Coral Kelly as one of our Wear 25 winners for her dedication and hard work, both on and off the football pitch.
Win Mascot Place with Wear Winners
Foundation of Light and Sunderland AFC have come together to launch Wear Winners, a brand-new prize platform giving supporters the chance to win unforgettable experiences while supporting life-changing work across the North East.