Bristol Bears hold an open training session with fans on August 22, 2024 at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol, England. (Photo by Rogan/Bristol Bears) 
With the help of the Quartet Community Foundation, from the total funds raised, £4,000 will be donated to each of the following organisations: Young Bristol, Youth Moves, Grassroots Communities, Lansdown School, and the Bristol Bears Foundation, with the remaining funds to be used towards community activities/fundraisers.
The Genge Fund is thrilled to announce it has raised £22,000 to support five youth charities in Bristol.
The donations were raised following a highly successful gala dinner held soon after the foundation was officially launched by renowned England and Bristol rugby player Ellis Genge towards the end of last year.
With the help of the Quartet Community Foundation, from the total funds raised, £4,000 will be donated to each of the following organisations: Young Bristol, Youth Moves, Grassroots Communities, Lansdown School, and the Bristol Bears Foundation, with the remaining funds to be used towards community activities/fundraisers. These generous donations will support a variety of initiatives aimed at improving young peoples access to sports, education and well-being across the city.
Specifically, the funding will be used for the following:
Bristol Bears Foundation: Supporting the ‘Bright Sparks’ programme, which uses rugby to enhance education, mental health, and overall wellbeing for young people.
Grassroots Communities: Expanding their multi-sport club for 8–12-year-olds in Hartcliffe and Withywood and relaunching senior sessions for 13–16-year-olds, with a focus on girls and young people at risk of anti-social behaviour.
Lansdown School: Funding outdoor learning opportunities and sporting experiences for low-income pupils.
Youth Moves: Training 15 young people as peer mentors to lead programmes promoting positive physical and mental health activities.
Young Bristol: Launching an ‘Outdoor Activity Taster Programme’ to provide land and water-based sports opportunities for young people from low-income backgrounds.
“We are incredibly proud to have raised £22,000 for these fantastic organisations,” Genge commented. “These donations will make a real difference in the lives of young people in Bristol, providing them with opportunities to thrive through sport, education, and wellbeing initiatives. The Genge Fund is committed to supporting the next generation, and we beleive that sport is a powerful tool for positive change.”
About The Genge Fund:
The Genge Fund primarily aims to address the challenges faced by young people in the city, including limited opportunities, the lure of crime and social inequality. Born and raised in Bristol, Ellis Genge is passionate about giving back to the community that shaped him, and the launch of this foundation is the next step in his ongoing commitment to making the city a better place for all. The Genge Fund – which boasts support from Roc Nation Sports International, the global agency that represents the rugby star – continues to actively seek partnerships with individuals, organisations, and businesses to support its mission.
To learn more or to donate, please visit www.thegengefund.com or follow us on social media @thegengefund
Contact: Miranda McRitchie, Email: mmcritchie@rocnation.com, tel: +44 (0) 7554 995 377
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