Glasgow shopping centre donates to help Scotland's Homeless World Cup team

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6 days ago

A Glasgow shopping centre has made a generous donation to support Scotland's team at the Homeless World Cup.
The St Enoch Centre has contributed £2,000 to help the players heading to Oslo for the 20th edition of the annual football tournament, which aims to end homelessness.
More than 70 organisations from around the world will participate in the week-long event, which is a celebration of efforts to inspire and empower marginalised individuals through football.
Street Soccer Scotland (Image: Supplied) The team representing Scotland is from Street Soccer Scotland, St Enoch Centre's charity partner.
The non-profit organisation offers free weekly football programmes and football-themed education to vulnerable adults and young people, with the aim of reducing isolation, building community, and creating life-changing opportunities.
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The £2,000 contribution from St Enoch Centre, which was made up of customer donations, internal fundraising initiatives, and an additional donation from the centre itself, will be used to cover the cost of flights, accommodation, and kit for the Scottish players.
This will ensure the players are ready for the tournament.
(Image: Supplied) Shaun Rhodes, head of marketing at St Enoch Centre, said: "It has been a privilege working with Street Soccer Scotland and getting to know the team as they prepare for the Homeless World Cup.
"Homelessness is a very real issue here in Glasgow, and Street Soccer Scotland's efforts to support those most disadvantaged have a life-changing impact.
"We are now pleased to offer our support ahead of the team's trip to Oslo as they set out to represent Scotland on a global stage.
"We wish them all the best and will be cheering for the team right here in the Centre – Go team Scotland."
David Duke MBE, founder and CEO of Street Soccer Scotland, said: "All players of the Homeless World Cup have experienced homelessness or social isolation at some point in their lives.
"Representing Scotland at the tournament is a major achievement and a testament to how far they have come in terms of improved wellbeing, health, self-esteem and confidence.
"The donation from St Enoch Centre will make a huge difference to our team."
"As all our programmes are completely free, we rely heavily on fundraising to cover essentials like travel, accommodation and kit.
"This generous contribution eases fundraising pressures, allowing us to focus on what truly matters – supporting our players and helping them get match-ready.
"Let's hope Team Scotland come home with a trophy this year."