The Liverpool defender started his own charity in November 2020 to give children a chance for a brighter future.
ClassForKids have launched a fundraising campaign to support Scottish captain and Liverpool defender Andy Robertson’s AR26 charity.
The award-winning online booking and management platform for children’s activity clubs has donated £1,000 to the charity, which provides crucial support to children and young people in five regions of Scotland, with a huge business presence in the Glasgow areas.
AR26 helps over 100 children a week by providing free football sessions, life-changing experiences and mentorship opportunities for young people across Inverclyde, North Glasgow, Glasgow South, Dundee and North Ayrshire.
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ClassForKids will be working closely with the AR26 charity this summer and is seeking support to raise funds with the highly desirable “ultimate raffle”.
Proceeds will help provide young people with the same opportunities and fun experiences, regardless of their circumstances.
Nikki Th’ng, CEO of ClassForKids, said: “The work done by AR26 clearly aligns with the values of ClassForKids, helping children exercise more, helping their mental health and all things related to their set up and their philosophy.
“We have been involved in this partnership for some time now which has been really fruitful and may it continue for a long time as we move forward.
“As a large company, we are constantly looking for people to inspire us. Working with kids’ club owners, organizers and charities motivates our team to continue the work we do to support club owners and others.
“We are not only looking to continue existing partnerships, but we are also always looking for new partnerships.”
With the current cost of living continuing to rise, the campaign will provide much needed support to families across Scotland.
Whether young people are looking for pathways to employment and further education, unique experiences based on their hobbies and interests, or access to free football sessions, they can achieve it without the usual costs. thanks to the newly formed collaboration.
Amanda Nisanci, Head of Partnerships at AR26, said: “At present we offer free football to around 350 young people aged 6-16 across Scotland each week.
“By 2023, we want to engage in the region of 1,000 beneficiaries each week with the ultimate aim of giving every child in Scotland the chance to play football outside of school in a safe, engaging, fun environment. and inspiring.
“We are proud that education and engagement on and off the pitch are of equal importance, immersing us in the communities we deliver.
“Every penny raised by Class4Kids will directly benefit children and young people across Scotland through our three main community programmes: Football for All, Hope for Young People and Life Changing Experiences.
“Since launching in 2020, the demand and need for what we do has never been greater and working in partnership is essential to expand our current arrangements to more places, reaching even more beneficiaries who have the no longer need our support.”
Tickets for the raffle are priced at just £1 per ticket. Prices include:
● A Liverpool jersey signed by Andy Robertson
● A pair of football boots signed Andy Robertton
● A £100 cinema voucher
● A £100 dinner voucher
Donations will go a long way to supporting young Scottish people:
● £5 will provide one child with a summer camp session
● £20 pays for one week’s access for a child to a fun summer camp with lunch included
● £50 creates ten extra places at summer camps across the country
About ClassForKids
ClassForKids is a state-of-the-art, secure online booking and payment system for children’s activities. Used by parents, clubs, coaches, lesson providers and children’s franchises across the country, the modern platform is simple to use and designed to save parents and businesses time.
Using any device, parents can quickly arrange, book and pay for their child’s clubs and lessons all in one place and at the touch of a button.
About the AR26
‘Football for All’ – Launched in April 2020, this project offers free football sessions to children aged 6-16, in five regions of Scotland, including North Ayrshire, North Glasgow, Inverclyde, Glasgow South and Dundee.
‘Hope For Youths’ – This project aims to give children a great first chance in life rather than a second.
AR26 believes that mentoring young people can help them get off to a good start in life as young adults. This is achieved through partnerships with local charities, community organisations, local authorities, recruitment agencies, schools and guidance counsellors.
The charity facilitates life-changing experiences that are tailored to each child’s hobbies and interests. Those eligible are 3-16 year olds, young people with life-threatening illnesses and young people in difficulty.
