Krazy Races names Wolves Foundation as headline charity partner

3 min read

1st May 2023

Krazy Races, the popular, free to attend national soapbox derby that took Wolverhampton by storm in August last year has confirmed Wolves Foundation, the club’s official charity, as its headline charity partner.

The soapbox derby event will be returning to Wolverhampton on the bank holiday of Monday 28th August. Last year’s event attracted well over 15,000 local spectators and over 20 local teams.

The event sees a mixture of local and business teams build, design and race weird and wacky soapboxes through the centre of towns and cities while raising money for local charities.

Since the event’s creation back in 2018, Krazy Races has raised over £40,000 for local charities and good causes. Every team who enters a soapbox, raises money for a local charity close to their heart, with the event backing a headline charity partner who has a big presence on and leading up to the day.

Kieron Ansell, business development manager at Wolves Foundation, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Krazy Races for what we are certain will be a fantastic event.

“We work tirelessly to support the communities of Wolverhampton so are extremely grateful to the team at Krazy Races for affording us this opportunity. It will enable us to raise vital funds and continue our important work.

“There will be a big Wolves presence on the day, so we encourage everyone to sign up, enter a team, wear your colours, support your city and have a great day.

“We’ve booked Wolfie his first driving lesson – not sure if he’ll be ready in time but we’ll see!”

Danny Scoffin, head of marketing for Krazy Races; “Our Krazy Races events are all about raising as much money for local charities as possible while giving families a fantastic free day.

“We work closely with our headline charity partner to help integrate them to the heart of the event, giving them as many opportunities as possible to raise as much as they can!

“Our event is all about giving people of all ages a bit of magic and a unique experience. We are delighted to not only have the backing of Wolves Foundation but also the wider club and we are sure teams will want to enter just to support the amazing work the foundation does. We are so excited to be returning to Wolves and I can’t wait to work closely with such an iconic club.”

Wolves Krazy Races will be returning on Monday 28th August. Team spaces are now open but are expected to go fast. For more information visit www.krazyraces.co.uk

"Of course it’s so important to give back to the community and Wolverhampton as a whole. It's great to be here and to show our support."

Maximilian Kilman | Wolves Captain and Foundation Ambassador

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

Daz James | Wolves Disability FC

"Without Wolves Foundation I wouldn't be here today, that's for certain."

John Martin | Head 4 Health participant

"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

"Savannah absolutely loves the group. The staff are committed to making every single session fun and welcoming."

Natasha | Healthy Goals parent

"It’s special because it's my club and I’m so proud to be from Wolves as well. I can see the projects and all the work Wolves Foundation are doing and I know it makes such an impact, so to even be a little part of that and to help out where I can – it's so exciting."

Amber Sandhu | Broadcaster and Foundation Ambassador

"It’s huge for the school, I can’t speak highly enough of Wolves Foundation and the opportunities that they give us."

Mr Robinson | Woodsetton School

“I think all football clubs should be the beating heart of their communities and Wolves, through the Foundation, manages to do that."

Johnny Phillips | Sky Sports Presenter and Foundation Ambassador

"We get loads of different opportunities with a Premier League club. I feel really privileged to be a part of it."

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

"To come here and be hands on with the kids is unreal. Working with Wolves and the Foundation is a blessing and I'm honoured. It feels surreal sometimes but it's the best feeling."

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

"Wolves is a fantastic football club, and they’re excelling off the pitch as well with all the brilliant community work that the Foundation does. The passion of the coaches and the opportunities to play are amazing."

Jack Rutter | Former Great Britain Paralympian and Foundation Ambassador

"Wolves has definitely helped my personal development, but now also helps me to develop people I work with. I wouldn’t be where I am today without the opportunities Wolves Foundation have given me."

Carl Ackasovs | Wolves Foundation