Sunderland AFCâs players and staff have paid tribute to the clubâs supporters for their inspirational #SunderlandTogether Wembley ticketing initiative.
In just over one week, SAFC fans have collectively raised over £81,000 and smashed past their latest target of £73,000.
The idea was started by lifelong Sunderland fan Peter Richardson, with the Red and White Army, the Senior Supporters Association, Branch Liaison Council and Foundation of Light joining forces with the club to bring it to life.
Money raised will be donated to the Foundation of Light, Salvation Army, Sunderland Foodbank and Washington Mind, providing vital support to thousands of people across the North East.
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With Sunderland AFCâs Papa Johnâs Trophy final against Tranmere Rovers just over two weeks away and with fans unable to attend the game in person, SAFC fans are coming together to mark the special occasion by starting a virtual ticket initiative to raise thousands for North East charities.
The idea was started by lifelong Sunderland fan Peter Richardson from Yorkshire who shared his thoughts on the Sunderland message boards. Shortly afterwards Black Catsâ supportersâ groups Red and White Army, the Senior Supporters Association and Sunderland AFC Branch Liaison Council (BLC) teamed up with the club and its official charity, Foundation of Light, to bring the idea to life and create special commemorative tickets, with all proceeds being donated to local charities.
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