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 receive this award, especially when we were in such a strong category with some great nominees. This award is testament to the fantastic team we have at the foundation who share our vision for a better future for everyone.
Jamie Wright, Assistant Director for Sales and DeliveryPhil King, Assistant Director (Commercial) added “The Portfolio Awards are renowned for showing off the best that the region has to offer and we’re incredibly proud to be considered part of it.” “Like many of the other award winners we’re dedicated to improving life in Wearside, and the wider north east, and we’re glad that the judges recognised our efforts to achieve this.” Foundation of Light were also shortlisted for the Social Enterprise and Best Training Provider Categories, and the Beacon of Light was shortlisted for Best Leisure Business. The award win is Foundation of Light’s second in a month alongside the ‘Uniquely North East’ gong at the North East Charity Awards.
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.
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