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.
Spend Halloween with the Black Cats
This Halloween lucky Black Cats fans can join their favourite players for a spook-tacular session in the Beacon of Light kitchen.
Members of Tony Mowbray's squad will by trying their hand at pumpkin painting, getting creative in the kitchen as well as other Halloween crafts.
Supporters have the chance to join the players during the October half-term by entering our special prize draw.
All proceeds raised will support the ‘Heart on Your Sleeve’ campaign, which aims to bring supporters together to live happier and healthier lives.
North East football fans are notorious for their passion and the Foundation channels 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.
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.