Sir Bob Murray to hold London talk-in event
Sir Bob Murray will join SAFCSA London Branch for a talk-in event at Southwark Brewing Company on Friday 27th September.
Sunderland AFC players past and present and some of the biggest names from across the North East turned out to show their support for Foundation of Light’s star-studded Gala Awards Dinner.
The event – a highlight of the football club’s official charity’s calendar - celebrated the inspirational stories of 16 Foundation participants who overcame adversity to live happier and healthier lives.
Held at the Foundation’s home, the Beacon of Light, the evening raised over £80,000 to support the charity’s work across the region.
Hosted by Sky Sports presenters David Jones and Tom White, over 300 guests were treated to performances from hit theatre show The Sunderland Story and chart-topper Jason Donovan.Black Cats stars Luke O’Nien, Trai Hume and Niall Huggins joined former players Kevin Phillips and Marco Gabbiadini to help dish out awards to the winners.
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.
Foundation of Light Chairman, Sir Bob Murray said: “It gives me great pride to see everyone come together to celebrate the amazing achievements of both the Foundation of Light and the winners of this year’s awards.
“Our communities have been struggling with a cost-of-living crisis and their need for support has never been greater. The Foundation has worked hard to introduce new initiatives to help those who are most vulnerable.
“The Gala Dinner gives us the opportunity to celebrate the impact the Foundation has made, while also raising funds to ensure that our hard work can continue.
“We have an incredible showcase of inspiring stories from children, families and adults, each of whom have worked incredibly hard and it is an honour to be able to give them the recognition they deserve.”
OUR WINNERS:
Leon Stoves – New Opportunities Award sponsored by the Harrison Centre for Social Mobility
Jessica Hunter – Overcoming Adversity Award, sponsored by Sunderland Council
Sir Bob Murray will join SAFCSA London Branch for a talk-in event at Southwark Brewing Company on Friday 27th September.
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