Background

The Saracens Sport Foundation's mission is to inspire communities and change lives through the power of sport. Through the Saracens brand, professional players and high quality staff, we engage and challenge children and young people to lead an active, healthy and rewarding lifestyle.

Established in 2000, the Foundation has grown substantially over the last twelve months, enabling us to broaden and increase dramatically the scope and scale of our services. Using the power of sport we are tackling a broad range of issues such as childhood obesity, social exclusion and educational attainment. We believe that our new name - Saracens Sport Foundation - helps to communicate that sport is at the heart of everything we do.

During the 2007/08 season around 40,000 children and young people engaged in our services - a 123% increase since 2006. A fantastic example of how the charity has broadened its remit was the introduction of our Community Dance Programme. The Government has highlighted the important role that dance can play in tackling the national obesity problem amongst children. Using the Saracens cheerleaders as role models and dance teachers we have been able to provide activities for children and young people who may not be interested in traditional team sports. Our dance activities are designed to help improve fitness levels whilst developing creativity, self-esteem and confidence. The Charity continues to increase the number of children participating in rugby activities within our community. In 2008, children from nearly 300 primary schools throughout Hertfordshire participated in the Saracens Tag Rugby Programme.

Our award winning Sport for Health Programme continues to gain national recognition. It is featured in the Department of Health's 'Partnerships for Better Health' document as an example of best practice. The Saracens Sport Foundation has received considerable recognition for its work, winning the 2007/08 EDF Energy Parliamentary Rugby Citizenship Award, acknowledging our outstanding contribution to our community.

How to get involved
For more information about how you can get involved with the work of the Saracens Sport Foundation then call us on 01923 204 601 or email at info.foundation@saracens.net

To make a donation to the Saracens Foundation then click here and make a secure online donation through justgiving.com

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