Beacon of Light

Players enjoying a game of padel at the Beacon of Light

New app makes padel at the Beacon of Light even easier

Europa League goal scorer Timur Tutierov with the limited edition shirt.

How to get SAFC shirts celebrating 25 years of Foundation of Light

The city's new padel courts

A look at the city's newest padel courts with a Sunderland theme

Sunderland players Dan Ballard, left, and Luke O'Nien, right, with the Together Against Suicide team.

MOTD to include SAFC's Together Against Suicide initiative

The recipients of awards at the Foundation of Light's Gala Dinner.

Foundation celebrates 25 years of changing lives at anniversary dinner

Members of STSFT's Cardiac Rehab Team will be among those at the event at the Beacon of Light.

Beacon of Light event to support people with chronic health conditions

Stagecoach Operations Director Colin Newbury, Sunderland AFC mascot Samson and Foundation of Light Development Manager Michael Duell.

Stagecoach's free travel for kids and team-up with Foundation of Light

Councillor Robert Hutchinson, the Mayor of Sunderland, officially begins the event.

In pictures: Cyclists enjoy annual city bike ride

The Eye Imaging Hub will offer patients easier access to their checks

How a new Eye Imaging Hub will help prevent ill eye health

'Respect' – Nordi Mukiele sends classy Granit Xhaka message after Sunderland award confirmed

Mukiele sends classy Xhaka message after Sunderland award confirmed

Clare and Sharon with one of the new donation points

Make the most of your old footy socks and other unwanted clothes

Niall Quinn showing his support for the Together through Sport initiative.

Niall Quinn backs campaign to ensure no child is left on the sidelines

Dan Ballard with his PFA Community Champion Award

Dan Ballard wins Community Champion Award for his work with Foundation

Tracey Huggins, daughter Delilah, and Hayley Harrison with the mayor and mayoress at the Beacon of Light.

Hundreds of children with disabilities benefit from free fun event

Sir Bob Murray will be inducted into SAFC's Hall of Fame at half-time when the club host Brighton & Hove Albion at the Stadium of Light.

Deeply humbling - Sir Bob Murray to be inducted into SAFC Hall of Fame

The Real Talk event is to support men's mental health.

Here's how SAFC's official charity is supporting men's mental health
The Foundation of Light, Sunderland AFC’s official charity, is showing their support for men’s mental health with a free conference of inspirational speakers and support.
Neil Fatkin

One of the paintings which makes up the window displays.

Once Upon A Winter Trail - new panto themed window display trail opens

The Together Through Sport campaign is launched at the Beacon of Light involving all five of the region's big foundations, including the Foundation of Light.

No child left on sidelines- campaign to make sport accessible to all

North East Parkies United.

The Foundation of Light's Parkies United celebrate national success

The section of road where people have been fined with the double red lines replacing the previous double yellow lines and a new more prominent sign.

Going to re-appeal- motorists react to changes at parking fine hotspot

The new double red lines and more prominent sign. (Inset) Steen Mauritzon with his parking charge notice.

Driver fined after 66 seconds stop reacts to changes at parking 'trap'

Harrison Jones and Zak Johnson take questions from children at the Beacon of Light.

SAFC stars inspire more children to play sport at Foundation event

There's a host of live music for the Unity event

Two-day festival to celebrate diversity in Sunderland

The Beacon of Light joined major landmarks across the UK

Sunderland foundations unite to shine a light on Organ Donation Week

Mine at Sheepfolds Stables

Inside Sunderland's new breakfast hot spot

Dan Neil meeting young fans

Black Cat Dan Neil inspires footballers of the future

Andy's Man Club now meets at The Fans Museum instead of Beacon of Light

Andy's Man Club finds new home following stadium parking charges
A men’s mental health group which offers lifeline peer-to-peer support has been given a big red and white welcome at The Fans Museum.
Katy Wheeler

Councillor calls on SAFC to rethink 'cruel' stadium parking charges

Lifting the EFL trophy and more as families head to fun day

Sir Bob Murray and Sir David Harrison at the Beacon of Light.

Exclusive Ex-Sunderland figure reveals £300k boost following promotion

Sunderland owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus

Exclusive Sir Bob Murray sends classy message to Louis-Dreyfus after promotion

Red Sky Foundation founder Sergio Petrucci celebrates raising over £200,000.

Red Sky Foundation ball raises over £200,000 to support heart care

The Beacon of Light lit up in SAFC's famous red and white stripes.

Here's why city's landmarks are going to be lit up in red and white

The new courts will be at the Beacon of Light

New facilities for Beacon of Light - but some pitches will be lost

Richard Reed Solicitors has agreed to sponsor Sunderland Strollers Running Club. Photo by Steve Coulthard

Sunderland solicitors step up to support running group

Ellis enjoys meeting Santa and Mrs Claus at Gentoo's family festive fun day.

Families enjoy a free festive fun day thanks to Gentoo

Plans for new padel tennis courts at a Sunderland sports centre have been submitted

Idea for new padel tennis courts tabled but football pitches must go

All the Wear Winners at the Foundation of Light Gala Awards Dinner.

Black Cats stars turn out to show appreciation for Wear Winners

Aji Alese and Jenson Seelt with youngsters at the Beacon of Light.

SAFC stars inspire children at Beacon of Light in EFL Week of Action

Women in Leadership in focus at Foundation of Light Business Breakfast

Holiday club at Southwick Salvation Army

Southwick Salvation Army holiday club provides support for struggling families

There is no shortage of summer activities at the Beacon of Light.

Families raise over £5,000 for Foundation of Light

Dan Ballard and Dan Neil, the two tallest people in this picture, delighted youngsters at the Beacon of Light.

Young SAFC fans thrilled to meet their idols Ballard and Neil

There's all sorts going on at the Beacon of Light's Family Fun Day this month.

Another family fun day at SAFC Beacon of Light

Gentoo's family fun day was a smash hit with the kids.

Kids loved the Gentoo fun day

Youngsters were delighted to meet the former Lioness.

Jill Scott at Foundation of Light summer holiday courses

There will be a host of indoor and outdoor activities at the Beacon of Light.

Free family fun day for Gentoo customers

Inside the new Yard Nine coffee shop

Foundation of Light's summer holiday activities are from July 22.

Foundation of Light's announces summer holidays programme

The Overtones to perform at Foundation of Light's Gala Dinner

The Beacon of Light will be closed on the day of the Bruce Springsteen concert.

Beacon of Light will be closed on day of Bruce Springsteen concert

Bob Murray meets an impressed Luke O'Nien at The Beacon of Light.

Sunderland star Luke O’Nien impressed with Beacon of Light upgrade

Foundation of Light's walking football sessions are making a difference for those living with Parkinson's disease.

SAFC Foundation keeping Parkinson's community social and active

The family fun day at the Beacon of Light.

1,500 Sunderland children enjoy family fun day at the Beacon of Light

Eleanor Birch and Alice Hill have started Peachy Mums offering exercise classes and advice on breast feeding and healthy sleeping at Fulwell Methodist Church.

Future for new mums looks Peachy, thanks to pals Alice and Eleanor

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