Blackheath Rugby dedicates fixture to Utilita Giving
Blackheath Rugby has dedicated its fixture against Dings Crusaders to a crucial charity that supports people out of fuel and food poverty.
Utilita Giving — the official charity partner of Utilita Energy, Blackheath Rugby’s principal sponsor — supports individuals, families and households who are having difficulty affording fuel and food across England, Scotland and Wales.
The charity will run several activities on the day of the National One clash, which is taking place at The Utilita on Saturday 23rd November.
This takeover will focus on gathering food and cash donations for Greenwich Foodbank and Utilita Giving.
Helen Boardman, Executive Director from Utilita Giving said “We are incredibly grateful to Utilita and Blackheath for allowing us to be a part of their partnership again.
“Thanks to both the Club and company, we have forged some incredibly strong relationships in Blackheath and the surrounding areas, and we’re delighted to be back at The Utilita for a second time as we continue to reach even more vulnerable people in the community.”
James Fleming, Chairman of Blackheath Rugby said “As a community based rugby club, we are delighted to be able to support our partner, Utilita, in their focus towards alleviating fuel and food poverty. Utilita Giving does tremendous work in the community, working hard to support local individuals, families and households. I hope that our members and supporters will give generously to this important cause on Saturday!”
HOW TO GET INVOLVED IN THE UTILITA GIVING TAKEOVER
Donate on the day
- On matchday, fans will be able to donate food and money to Utilita Giving in the Greene King Bar from 1pm until kick-off.
- Utilita Giving representatives will also be collecting money around the ground in the lead up to kick–off. Cash and card donations will be accepted.
Food items accepted are:
- Cereals.
- Tinned fruit
- Cooking oil
- Oats / porridge
- Tinned custard and rice pudding
- Tinned soup
- Tinned vegetables – sweetcorn, peas, carrots, beans
- Squash
- Tinned tomatoes
- Pulses – chickpeas, dried lentils
- Pasta and pasta sauces
- Tinned fish
- Tinned meats
- Condiments: salt, pepper, sauces, spices
- Basmati Rice
- Long life milk – esp. full-fat milk
- Toilet rolls
- Tea / coffee / sugar
- Soy / oat / almond milk.
All food donations will go to Greenwich Foodbank.
Please note, perishable food items cannot be accepted.
Bowls on the pitch!
At half-time, a rugby challenge will also be taking place on the pitch, with two fans being given the opportunity to raise more money for Utilita Giving!
For every point scored from the challenge, Blackheath and Utilita will add money to the fundraising pot.
How to donate if you’re not going to be at The Utilita this weekend
If you are unable to attend this year’s takeover, you can also donate directly by clicking here https://www.utilitagiving.org/donate
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