Molineux friendlies raise over £16k for Foundation

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8th Aug 2023

Wolves Foundation are delighted to have received a donation of £16,804 as part of the proceeds from the club’s home pre-season friendlies against Luton and Stade Rennais.

With the support of Wolves, a donation of £1 for every adult ticket sold was donated to the Foundation’s work in delivering over 40 projects to people of all ages and abilities across the city.

“We would like to thank everyone at the club for their work on the initiative and all of the fans who purchased a ticket for the two home friendlies with Luton and Stade Rennais,” says head of Wolves Foundation Will Clowes.

“The final donation is one which will have a really positive impact on the projects which we provide.

“As a charity, fundraising forms a key part of our overall operations, and we are always grateful when we can receive donations as a proportion of sales from areas such as ticketing and retailing.

“We hope the fans can feel a sense of pride, knowing they have contributed to the work of the Foundation, creating opportunities and changing the lives of people across our communities.”

James Davies, head of ticketing at Wolves, added: “All of us at Wolves are always keen to support the excellent work of Wolves Foundation, and being able to factor a donation into our ticket sales for the two friendly games was an ideal opportunity.

“A big thank you to the fans who came and supported the team for the two fixtures, and, in doing so, have also played their part in contributing to the projects delivered by the Foundation in Wolverhampton.”

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"A football club is so important to the local community, especially when you’re a one-club city like we are, and the Foundation’s initiatives and activities are second to none."

Gary O'Neil | Wolves Head Coach

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John Martin | Head 4 Health participant

"As a lifelong Wolves fan, to represent the Club and Foundation is something I'll cherish forever."

Daz James | Wolves Disability FC

"It is amazing to be out there meeting people and having some fun. It is really important for Wolves to have this connection with the fans and to see the happiness in their faces."

Toti Gomes | Wolves Defender

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Natasha | Healthy Goals parent

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Amber Sandhu | Broadcaster and Foundation Ambassador

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Mr Robinson | Woodsetton School

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Johnny Phillips | Sky Sports Presenter and Foundation Ambassador

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Mustafa | Football & Education College Academy student

"Frank has Alzheimer’s Disease and when he was first diagnosed we felt lost and alone. Attending Molineux Memories is a lifeline for both of us; it is run by friendly, committed staff who ensure that everyone is included and enjoys themselves."

Frank and Alison | Molineux Memories

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S-X | Music Producer and Foundation Ambassador

"It's good to give back what you got. Football and the Wolves Foundation help me, so I like to help the community."

Taye | Premier League Kicks

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