The purpose of Hearts in Union Rugby Foundation Australia (“Hearts in Union”) is expressed in the phrase: Hearts in Union is a charity that is all about assisting those players who have suffered severe spinal injury during a rugby game. Rugby is a wonderful game played by people who enjoy the spirit of “mateship” and “fair play”. Unfortunately, some players through a freak accident have their lives changed forever. Spinal injuries place a physical, emotional and financial strain on the player for the rest of their lives. We aim to ensure those severely injured players who are suffering financial hardship receive the best possible support throughout their lives. Hearts in Union was created in early 2007, after the Directors had became aware of the need for assistance through a friend, Rocky Mileto. Rocky suffered a severe spinal injury during a rugby game in 1996 and has subsequently rebuilt his life and been an inspiration to many other injured rugby players. However, as a result of his injury, like other injured players, Rocky must replace his method of transportation (his wheelchair) every five years. These wheelchairs need to be custom made, are very expensive and simply beyond the reach of many injured rugby players. The reality was that most countries with strong rugby communities (including the United Kingdom, New Zealand & South Africa) had recognised the ongoing need to assist their injured rugby players. Independent charitable organisations had long been established in each of these countries. However, injured Australian players lacked any such direct support of their own.
Supporting students is at the heart of everything the Community Colleges of Spokane Foundation does. Since 1973, the Foundation has worked to improve educational access for students and enhance programs and services at the Community Colleges of Spokane.
(UK, 1186632) Browse eventsFriends of Buckland School (FOBS) is a registered charity whose aim is to enhance the education of pupils of Buckland Primary School. We involve parents, staff and members of the community, who provide the school with invaluable financial and moral support. FOBS delivers exciting events for pupils, for example, in-school craft sessions, treasure hunts, discos and film nights; for families, including the summer fete, sponsored walks and Advent kindness jars; and for parents and the local community, such as our popular wreath making and quiz nights. Our fundraising goes towards supporting a variety of school projects, which have included pantomime trips, school sports equipment, achievement recognition badges and the school outdoor adventure trail. We are currently fundraising for 15 new computers for the school. Please visit our website at www.pta-events.co.uk/friendsofbuckland to learn more about our progress this year and to support our other fundraising events.