Apollon Limassol supports the “Goal in Life” Foundation’s charity programme
On Saturday the 19th of May, EFDN member Apollon Limassol supported the Goal in Life Foundation’s charity event which managed to raise around €6,000 to support the purchase of necessary equipment for the Makarios Hospital in Cyprus.
In a pleasant and festive atmosphere, young and old football fans had the exciting opportunity to meet their favourite football players, practice their shooting skills, get autographs and play 5v5 mini-football games in an area specially designed for the event. Many Cyprus football clubs sent a player or other representative to support the event, including EFDN member Apollon Limassol who was represented by their goalkeeper Tasos Kissas.
In addition to the various games and activities on the field at the Mall of Cyprus different presents were given to the attending children, such as footballs, t-shirts, and other exciting items. The Goal in Life Foundation also randomly selected three lucky adults who received a season pass for next season including all football matches of their favourite team.
The highlight of this special charity event was when the owner of one of the local electricity providers DIMCO Ltd., Alexis Demetriou handed a donation cheque to the president of the Goal in Life Foundation. The total amount raised from the event is €6,000 which will be donated for equipment of the First-Aid department of the local Makarios Hospital.
Goal in Life Foundation
The Goal in Life Foundation is a Cyprus-based foundation created by current and former professional football players. The foundation supports vulnerable social groups, organise fundraising events for specific causes and initiatives and they visit schools and hospitals as a form of civic engagement. Goal in Life membership is open to footballers aged 18 or over, from Cyprus or abroad, who are registered with the Cyprus Football Association, as well as to individuals, companies, and organisations interested in providing financial support through annual subscriptions or donations. Members are encouraged to lead by example, to show that all players – Cypriot or not – are united by a common goal, namely to help society. They are also asked to speak out against violence, drugs, crime and other social issues, and convey other equally important social messages.
UEFA Foundation for Children
Since 2017, the UEFA Foundation for Children is a partner of Goal in Life and supports the Foundation. The UEFA Foundation for Children is proud of the players in Cyprus who have initiated this unique programme, using football and their prominence as a force for good in society. The Foundation welcomes this unique initiative and hopes that it will be echoed by other players across Europe.
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