Sage Foundation has launched a partnership with national cricket charity Chance to Shine in a bid to help hundreds of children learn important life skills.
The partnership was launched this week with the help of young people from one of the charity’s Street cricket projects in Benwell, Newcastle, where weekly sessions take place at St John’s School. They were joined by cricketing stars Kathryn Bryce, from Trent Rockets, and Sarah Bryce, from Welsh Fire, who played in matches with the children.
Helen Devanny, VP of the Sage Foundation, said: “Just as Sage is trying to knock down barriers for small and medium businesses, the Sage Foundation is helping people in disadvantaged areas to thrive. The partnership with Chance to Shine aligns perfectly with the Hundred’s aims to engage new audiences and make cricket as accessible to all. You cannot underestimate the power that sport has to positively impact the lives of young people. It is a great way to build confidence and self-belief, which can set them up for life.”
