Sunderland AFC and transatlantic entertainment company Fulwell 73 have made a donation to Big Give’s Arts for Impact campaign.
The donation ensures Sunderland Culture has surpassed its £20,000 target and raised in excess of £27,000, which will support arts and culture charities working to achieve societal impact within the City of Sunderland.
By removing barriers, it allows children less able to access cultural activities to enjoy experiences that nurture their creativity and curiosity.
The programme includes events at Arts Centre Washington, the National Glass Centre, the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Artand Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens.
Already a creative powerhouse, the City of Sunderland also recently received approval for Fulwell Cain’s Crown Works Studios to progress, with planning permission secured on Monday.
All at SAFC are proud to be supporting the exciting development of our city, as a period of significant positive change begins that will deliver for our people for many years to come.
Chief Brand and Commercial Officer David Bruce said: “SAFC firmly believes in giving our communities the best possible opportunities to be successful in this world. Creativity and curiosity are at the core of unlocking the potential of children in Sunderland. The work of Sunderland Culture will ensure this is a reality for countless children in our city and we are delighted to be able to support their efforts.”
Leo Pearlman added: “At Fulwell 73, we are passionate about the opportunities for Sunderland as a leader in the UK’s creative industries, but a crucial part of our development as a region is supporting education and pathways into creativity for local communities. We are delighted to support Big Give’s Arts for Impact Campaign with this contribution for their ambitious programme.”