The club and it's official charity, Foundation of Light are to taking part in EFL Community Weekend, shining a light on the life-changing work being done across all 72 EFL clubs.
Across the last two weekends, all clubs and their community organisations are sharing the inspiring stories of people who have made a difference in their local community.
During Friday night's match with Hull City at the Stadium of Light, the Foundation of Light will be showcasing their Game of II Halves programme, a ground-breaking initiative that raises awareness around mental health issues and suicide prevention.
A team of ambassadors will be in the matchday Fan Zone at the Beacon of Light ahead of the game, promoting good mental health and suicide prevention messages. They will also take to the pitch before kick-off for a pitchside presentation.
Trevor Birch, CEO of the EFL, said: "Community remains a fundamental part of the EFL and its seventy two clubs’ identity, so we are delighted to launch the latest strand of activity in this area – the EFL Community Weekends.
"The work undertaken by clubs has a hugely positive impact on the participants of the various programmes and the towns and cities where people live.
"Football continues to reach parts of local areas that others simply cannot and successfully addresses challenges linked to health, wellbeing, education and employment alongside helping to keep communities connected. We look forward to celebrating this incredible work in front of match-going fans over the coming two weekends across our network."
Lesley Spuhler, Foundation of Light, CEO added: "This is a great opportunity to showcase our work and acknowledge our participants and staff. Unfortunately, the North East has the highest suicide rate in England, so our Game of II Halves programme plays an integral role in sharing important messages around wellbeing."
The EFL Community Weekends build on the success of the recent EFL Week of Action in November – where the League and its Clubs shone a light on the significant impact Club community work has on towns and cities in England and Wales, valued at over £865m a season in the latest community impact report.