More Than a Game: SAFC Stars shine spotlight on mental health
Luke O'Nien and Dan Ballard swapped the training pitch for the Beacon of Light for a special session highlighting the importance of mental health and talking openly.
Frankie and Danny ‘buzzing’ to support Foundation
SAFC Live duo Frankie Francis and Danny Collins have worn their heart on their sleeves in backing Foundation of Light’s latest fundraising initiative.
The pair took on the ‘Buzz Challenge’ in the build-up to Foundation of Light Day this weekend, when Sunderland’s game with QPR will be dedicated to showcasing the work of SAFC’s official charity.
Watch as the pair went head-to-head in the Heart on Your Sleeve Buzz Challenge!
HEART ON YOUR SLEEVE
Foundation of Light’s ‘Heart on your Sleeve’ campaign is an opportunity to bring Sunderland AFC supporters together to help and inspire one another.
North East football fans are notorious for their passion and SAFC’s official charity hopes to channel that energy to help make a difference to lives across Wearside.
Recent studies have shown that health inequalities in the UK are getting worse, with the gap between the North East and the South of England worsening.
People in communities across our region are living shorter lives; spending most of them in poor health.
Foundation of Light works with up to 20,000 young people and families every year and aim to tackle these issues, encouraging parents and grandparents to stay both physically and mentally active to inspire the next generation to do the same.
Through various initiatives and programmes and links with Sunderland AFC, the Foundation gives families the opportunity to access sports and fitness sessions, mental health resources and experience the facilities at the Beacon of Light community hub, helping people live happier, healthier lives.
Donate to support the Foundation's life-changing work by texting FOLFIVE to 70085 to donate £5 or via JustGiving at www.justgiving/heartonyoursleeve
How your money can help:
- £5 gives a disabled youngster access to a sport session
- £8 helps keep an older person physically and socially active
- £40 supports a young person with their physical and emotional health
- £100 provides mental health resources for up to five people
Foundation Holiday Courses return for October half-term
From football and multi-sports to baking, pumpkin carving and other Halloween-themed sessions, there is something for a range of ages and interests.
SAFC dedicates Founders’ Week to Foundation of Light as charity celebrates 25 years
Sunderland AFC will celebrate 25 years of its official charity, Foundation of Light, with a special week of activity culminating in the dedicated Foundation Matchday against Leeds United.